Olive Tapenade

Olive Tapenade is a vibrant and flavorful Lebanese snack that combines the rich taste of olives with aromatic herbs. This low-carb dish is perfect for dipping or spreading on low-carb bread, making it an ideal choice for a healthy snack.

Ingredients

• Green olives - 100g
• Black olives - 100g
• Capers - 15g
• Garlic - 1 clove
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the green and black olives under cold water to remove excess salt, then pat dry with a paper towel.
2. In a food processor, combine the rinsed olives, capers, garlic, and fresh parsley.
3. Pulse the mixture until coarsely chopped, ensuring not to turn it into a paste.
4. Add the lemon juice and olive oil to the mixture, and pulse again until combined but still chunky.
5. Season with black pepper to taste, and pulse once more to mix.
6. Transfer the tapenade to a serving bowl and let it sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 1 g
• Carbs: 4 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 850 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 11 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9.5 g
• Water: 0.02 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from olives, which can support heart health.
• Contains antioxidants from olives and parsley that may help reduce inflammation.

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