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Homemade Olive Tapenade in a brown bowl with olives next to it

Olive Tapenade Recipe | Easy Mediterranean Olive Spread

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Author: AshleyThompson

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Olives
  • 2 tbsp Capers
  • 1 clove Garlic
  • 2 tbsp Parsley
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil
  • 1 Anchovy Filet
  • 1/4 tsp Red Chili Flakes optional

Instructions

  • Prep Your Ingredients. Pit the olives if needed, rinse the capers, peel the garlic, and chop the parsley.
  • Blend the Tapenade. In a food processor, combine olives, capers, garlic, parsley, lemon juice, and anchovy (if using). Pulse a few times to start breaking it down.
  • Add the Olive Oil. With the processor running, drizzle in the olive oil. Pulse until the mixture reaches your desired consistency. Try it chunky or smooth, it’s up to you!
  • Taste and Adjust. Add more lemon juice, pepper flakes, or olive oil as needed. Some olives are saltier than others, so taste before adding extra salt.
  • Serve or Store. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with extra parsley or a drizzle of oil. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.