Olive Tapenade

Olive Tapenade is a robust and savory spread made from finely chopped olives, capers, and olive oil. It's a delightful low-carb snack that pairs wonderfully with meats or fresh vegetables.

Ingredients

• Black olives - 100 grams
• Green olives - 100 grams
• Capers - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 1 clove
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Rinse the black and green olives under cold water to remove excess salt and drain well.
2. In a food processor, combine the black olives, green olives, capers, garlic, and parsley.
3. Pulse the ingredients until coarsely chopped, scraping down the sides as needed.
4. Add the olive oil, lemon juice, and black pepper, then pulse until the mixture reaches your desired consistency.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more lemon juice or pepper to preference.
6. Transfer the tapenade to a serving bowl and let it sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 1 g
• Carbs: 4 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.01 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy monounsaturated fats from olives.
• Contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties.

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