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Green olive tapenade with crusty bread on a rustic table.
Chef Ava

Green Olive Tapenade

A creamy, savory spread perfect for bread, crackers, or dipping. Ready in minutes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup pitted green olives Manzanilla or Picholine recommended
  • 2 tbsp capers drained
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped (optional, for garnish)
  • A pinch of black pepper optional, to taste

Method
 

  1. Prep the Ingredients: Pit olives if needed.
  2. Blend the Base: Pulse olives, capers, garlic, and lemon juice in a food processor until coarsely chopped.
  3. Add Olive Oil: Slowly drizzle in olive oil while blending until smooth but slightly chunky.
  4. Season and Garnish: Add black pepper (optional) and garnish with parsley.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.