Best Tapenade Ever

Appetizers and Snacks

Best Tapenade Ever

Best Tapenade Ever
  • PREP TIME
    25 mins
  • COOK TIME
    0 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    25 mins
  • SERVING
    20 People
  • VIEWS
    16

A vibrant and flavorful Mediterranean spread, this tapenade is a delightful combination of olives, artichoke hearts, and peppers, perfect as an appetizer or a versatile ingredient to elevate your dishes.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    2 g
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    1 g
  • Saturated Fat
    1 g
  • Sodium
    425 mg
  • Sugar
    0 g
  • Fat
    5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
5 mins

In a food processor, pulse the green olives, black olives, and artichoke hearts in batches until finely chopped but not completely pureed. (5 minutes)

02

Step
3 mins

Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl.

03

Step
2 mins

In the same food processor, puree the banana peppers and red bell pepper until a coarse paste forms. (3 minutes)

04

Step
1 mins

Add the pepper puree to the olive mixture in the bowl.

05

Step
30 mins

Stir in the minced garlic, chopped capers, dried basil, and lemon juice until evenly distributed. (2 minutes)

06

Step

Gradually drizzle in the olive oil while stirring continuously until the tapenade reaches your desired consistency. (1 minute)

07

Step

Transfer the tapenade to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. (30 minutes)

08

Step

The tapenade will keep in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

For a smoother tapenade, you can use a high-speed blender.
Adjust the amount of banana peppers to your preference for heat.
Consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra spice.
Serve with crusty bread, pita chips, or as a topping for grilled fish or chicken.

Elza Roberts

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.2/ 5 ( 5 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)

  • Caleigh Armstrong

    Jun 20, 2025

    Easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.

  • Connor Hirthe

    Jun 9, 2025

    I used it as a spread on my sandwiches and it was amazing!

  • Elinor Prohaska

    Jun 7, 2025

    I added a few sun-dried tomatoes for a sweeter taste and it was phenomenal!

  • Anastacio Kemmer

    May 16, 2025

    This tapenade is incredibly delicious! The perfect balance of flavors.

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