Best 9 Homemade Olive Tapenade Recipes

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**Homemade Olive Tapenade: A Mediterranean Delight**

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with our delectable homemade olive tapenade recipe. This classic spread combines the richness of olives, the aromatic freshness of herbs, and the tangy zest of lemon, creating a versatile condiment that elevates any culinary creation.

Whether you're planning an elegant charcuterie board, seeking a flavorful addition to your sandwiches and wraps, or simply craving a savory dip for your favorite crackers and bread, our olive tapenade is sure to satisfy your taste buds.

This versatile recipe offers a variety of exciting variations, allowing you to customize it to your liking. Experiment with different types of olives, such as Kalamata, Castelvetrano, or Niçoise, each imparting a unique flavor profile. Add a touch of heat with roasted red peppers or a sprinkle of chili flakes, or incorporate the vibrant flavors of sun-dried tomatoes and capers.

Our compilation of tapenade recipes caters to every palate and dietary preference. From traditional Provençal tapenade to a vegan version made with artichokes and sun-dried tomatoes, and even a spicy harissa tapenade that packs a flavorful punch, there's a recipe here for every occasion.

So embark on this culinary journey, savor the authentic taste of the Mediterranean, and let the vibrant flavors of our homemade olive tapenade tantalize your taste buds.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

OLIVE TAPENADE



Olive Tapenade image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     condiment

Time 10m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup green olives, pitted
1/2 cup black olives, pitted
1 teaspoon anchovy paste or 1 anchovy fillet, optional
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 clove garlic, smashed
1 lemon, juiced
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Crackers or toast, for serving

Steps:

  • In a food processor, combine the green and black olives, anchovy if using, oregano, garlic and lemon juice and pulse, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed, until everything is a coarse paste. Drizzle in the olive oil while pulsing until combined.
  • Serve with crackers or toast.

CLASSIC OLIVE TAPENADE



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For a true taste of Provence, this classic tapenade recipe, a mildly seasoned olive spread, is the easiest and most versatile dish to make.

Provided by Rebecca Franklin

Categories     Side Dish     Snack     Appetizer     Condiment     Sauce

Time 5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

For the Tepanade:
1 1/2 cups pitted black olives
1/3 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
1 tablespoon drained capers
2 garlic cloves
3 anchovy fillets , from oil-packed can
1 teaspoon fresh thyme, or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
For Serving:
1 medium baguette, sliced; or vegetable crudités

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Place the olives, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, drained capers, garlic, anchovies, thyme, and black pepper in a food processor.
  • Process until all the ingredients are finely chopped, but not completely pureed.
  • Serve the olive spread on baguette slices or with fresh crudités.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374 kcal, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 628 mg, Sugar 5 g, Fat 14 g, ServingSize 1 1/2 cups (serves 10), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

TAPENADE



Tapenade image

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     appetizer

Time 10m

Yield Approximately 1 to 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 pound pitted mixed olives
2 anchovy fillets, rinsed
1 small clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons capers
2 to 3 fresh basil leaves
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Thoroughly rinse the olives in cool water. Place all ingredients in the bowl of a food processor. Process to combine, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl, until the mixture becomes a coarse paste, approximately 1 to 2 minutes total. Transfer to a bowl and serve.

OLIVE TAPENADE RECIPE



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A tapenade is a spread usually made from crushed olives and capers. This delicious appetizer can be served alongside bread or crackers, so you can add as much or as little of the spread atop. It's can also be used to stuff chicken or cook fish with.

Provided by Dr. Josh Axe

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups pitted black and green olives (or Kalamata olives)
½ cup sun-dried tomatoes
½ cup capers, drained
⅛ teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon pepper
½ teaspoon garlic
½ teaspoon onion powder
1½ teaspoons oregano
½ cup fresh basil leaves
½ cup fresh parsley leaves
2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil

Steps:

  • Add everything to a food processor and blend on high until well-combined.
  • Put on top of gluten-free crackers or toasted bread.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2/3 cup (57g), Calories 86 calories, Sugar 1.2g, Sodium 843mg, Fat 8.3g, SaturatedFat 1g, UnsaturatedFat 6.9g, TransFat 0g, Carbohydrate 3.7g, Fiber 2g, Protein 1.1g, Cholesterol 0mg

TAPENADE



Tapenade image

Classic Mediterranean dish using black (preferably Kalamata) olives. This dip is great with pita bread triangles.

Provided by Jim Clark

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Seafood

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 clove garlic, chopped
1 ¾ cups whole, pitted kalamata olives
1 (2 ounce) can anchovy fillets, rinsed
2 tablespoons capers
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
3 tablespoons lemon juice
4 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine garlic, olives, anchovies, capers, thyme, rosemary and lemon juice in an electric blender. Slowly drip the olive oil into the blender while you are blending the ingredients together. Blend until a paste is formed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209.5 calories, Carbohydrate 4.7 g, Cholesterol 6.4 mg, Fat 20.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 1002.3 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

5-MINUTE OLIVE TAPENADE



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A fan-favorite appetizer, perfect for any charcuterie night. This olive tapenade recipe is so easy to make and it's done in just 5 minutes or less! Serve with crackers, crostini, cured meats, cheeses, fruits... you name it!

Provided by Girl Appetit

Time 5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (6 ounce) jar pitted green olives, drained
1 (5 ounce) jar pitted Kalamata olives, drained
1 (2 ounce) jar capers, drained
½ cup olive oil
½ cup flat-leaf parsley
3 cloves garlic, or more to taste
1 tablespoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon dried oregano
freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine green olives, Kalamata olives, capers, olive oil, parsley, garlic, lemon juice, salt, oregano, and pepper in a food processor. Pulse 5 to 10 times until all ingredients are chopped and well combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.6 calories, Carbohydrate 3.1 g, Fat 20.9 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 1151 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

KALAMATA OLIVE TAPENADE



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An olive tapenade without anchovies.

Provided by TERESITA79

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Vegetable     Olives

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cloves garlic, peeled
1 cup pitted kalamata olives
2 tablespoons capers
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the garlic cloves into a blender or food processor; pulse to mince. Add the olives, capers, parsley, lemon juice, and olive oil Blend until everything is finely chopped. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80.9 calories, Carbohydrate 2.5 g, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 359.3 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

GREEN OLIVE TAPENADE



Green Olive Tapenade image

"This recipe offers an excellent way to create elegant and full-flavored appetizers," writes Teresa Spencer from Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. "It's perfect with wine and other drinks."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 1-3/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 anchovy fillets
1 garlic clove, peeled
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Dash sugar
Dash salt
2 cups pimiento-stuffed olives
14 slices French bread (1/2 inch thick), toasted

Steps:

  • In a food processor, combine the first 7 ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Add olives; cover and pulse until coarsely chopped. Serve with toasted French bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 512mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

SPANISH OLIVE TAPENADE



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Make and share this Spanish Olive Tapenade recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Charlotte J

Categories     Spreads

Time 5m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups spanish manzanilla olives, pitted
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
1 teaspoon capers, drained
1/4 cup extra virgin Spanish olive oil
1 teaspoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In a food processor, combine the olives, garlic, and capers.
  • Process until just smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl if necessary.
  • With the machine running, slowly drizzle in the oil and lemon juice and process until well combined.
  • Transfer the mixture to a bowl and fold in the cilantro and pepper.
  • Let rest at room temperature for 1 hour for flavors to blossom.
  • Serve on large croutons that have been brushed with oil and toasted.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe olives. This will ensure the best flavor and texture for your tapenade.
  • Pit the olives before using. You can do this by hand or with a cherry pitter.
  • Chop the olives finely. This will help them blend more easily with the other ingredients.
  • Use a food processor to make the tapenade. This will make the process much easier and faster.
  • Add other ingredients to taste. Some common additions include garlic, lemon juice, capers, and anchovies.

Conclusion:

Olive tapenade is a delicious and versatile spread that can be used in a variety of ways. It can be served as an appetizer, a dip, or a sandwich spread. It can also be used as a marinade or a sauce for grilled meats or fish. If you are looking for a flavorful and easy-to-make spread, olive tapenade is a great option. With its simple ingredients and endless possibilities, it is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

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