Kalamata Olive Tapenade

Kalamata Olive Tapenade is a vibrant and flavorful Greek spread made with rich Kalamata olives, fresh herbs, and a touch of garlic. Perfect for a low-carb breakfast, it pairs beautifully with sliced vegetables or low-carb crackers.

Ingredients

• Kalamata olives - 150g (pitted)
• Capers - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 1 clove (minced)
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons (chopped)
• Fresh lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Place the Kalamata olives, capers, minced garlic, and fresh parsley into a food processor.
2. Add the fresh lemon juice and black pepper.
3. Pulse the mixture until it is finely chopped but still has some texture.
4. With the food processor running, drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil until the tapenade is well combined.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then transfer to a serving bowl.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 650 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 fats from olives and olive oil, promoting heart health.
• High in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds from olives and herbs.

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