Bursting with bold Mediterranean flavors, this Olive Tapenade Delight combines briny olives, garlic, capers, herbs, and extra virgin olive oil into a rich and savory spread. Perfect served with toasted baguette slices, crackers, or as a flavorful addition to sandwiches and charcuterie boards.

Ingredients

• 2 cups Kalamata olives, pitted
• 1 cup black olives, pitted
• 2 tbsp capers, drained
• 2 garlic cloves
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp fresh thyme
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

For Serving

• Toasted baguette slices
• Fresh parsley
• Extra olive oil for drizzling

Instructions

1. Add olives, capers, garlic, lemon juice, parsley, thyme, and black pepper to a food processor.
2. Pulse several times until a coarse paste forms.
3. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while blending until the desired texture is reached.
4. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
5. Transfer to a serving bowl.
6. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil.
7. Garnish with fresh parsley and whole olives.
8. Serve with toasted baguette slices or crackers.

Prep Time

10 minutes

Total Time

10 minutes

Servings

6–8

✨ Perfect for appetizers, charcuterie boards, sandwiches, wraps, and Mediterranean-inspired meals.