Olive Tapenade

Olive Tapenade is a vibrant and flavorful spread that combines the richness of olives with the freshness of herbs, making it an ideal accompaniment for a Greek breakfast. Served on crusty bread or with fresh vegetables, it offers a quick and nutritious way to start your day.

Olive Tapenade
10 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Greek
150 kcal

Ingredients

  • Black olives - 100 grams, pitted
  • Green olives - 100 grams, pitted
  • Capers - 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic - 1 clove, minced
  • Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Black pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. Combine the black olives, green olives, capers, minced garlic, and chopped parsley in a food processor.
  2. Pulse the mixture until coarsely chopped, being careful not to over-process.
  3. Add the lemon juice and olive oil, and pulse again until the desired consistency is reached.
  4. Season with black pepper to taste and mix well.
  5. Transfer the tapenade to a serving bowl and allow it to rest for at least 10 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 150
  • Protein: 1 g
  • Carbs: 8 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 700 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, promoting heart health.
  • High in antioxidants, which can help reduce inflammation.

Tags

GreekVeganBreakfast