Kalamata Olive Spread

Kalamata Olive Spread is a flavorful and nutritious Greek dish that combines the rich taste of Kalamata olives with fresh herbs and tangy feta cheese. Perfect for a healthy breakfast or as a dip, this spread is both simple to make and delightful to enjoy.

Kalamata Olive Spread
10 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Greek
180 kcal

Ingredients

  • Kalamata olives - 100 grams, pitted
  • Feta cheese - 50 grams, crumbled
  • Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
  • Garlic - 1 clove, minced
  • Fresh parsley - 1 tablespoon, chopped
  • Black pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. In a food processor, combine the pitted Kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and chopped parsley.
  2. Pulse the mixture until you achieve a spreadable consistency, leaving some small pieces for texture.
  3. Taste and add black pepper as desired.
  4. Transfer the spread to a bowl and let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  5. Serve with whole grain bread or fresh vegetables for dipping.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 180
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Carbs: 6 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 720 mg
  • Cholesterol: 15 mg
  • Total Fat: 16 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Water: 0.02 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in healthy fats from olives and olive oil, supporting heart health.
  • Contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties from olives and herbs.

Tags

GreekHealthyBreakfast