Sun-Dried Tomato Tapenade

Sun-Dried Tomato Tapenade
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    0 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    2 hrs 20 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    84

An intensely flavorful tapenade featuring the concentrated sweetness of sun-dried tomatoes balanced by briny olives, pungent garlic, and a hint of spice. This vibrant spread is perfect for elevating simple crackers or crostini into an elegant appetizer.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    9 g
  • Cholesterol
    31 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    4 g
  • Saturated Fat
    7 g
  • Sodium
    390 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    18 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
5 mins

In a medium bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and cayenne pepper. (2 minutes)

02

Step
5 mins

Gently fold in the sun-dried tomatoes, Kalamata olives, green olives, and minced garlic. Season generously with freshly ground black pepper to taste. (5 minutes)

03

Step
2 hrs

Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate to allow the flavors to meld, for a minimum of 2 hours, or preferably overnight. This step is crucial for developing the tapenade's full potential. (2 hours)

04

Step
2 mins

When ready to serve, arrange the cream cheese halves on two serving dishes. Spoon the sun-dried tomato tapenade generously over the cream cheese. (5 minutes)

For the best flavor, use sun-dried tomatoes that are not overly sweet. Mediterranean sun-dried tomatoes are ideal.
While chilling the tapenade is highly recommended, it can be served immediately if desired.
Serve with an assortment of your favorite crackers, toasted baguette slices, or crudités.

Dariana Prosacco

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 28 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (9)
  • Suzanne Jaskolski

    Great recipe! I added some capers for a little extra saltiness.

  • Vinnie Goyette

    The overnight chill really makes a difference. The flavors are so much more pronounced.

  • Eloy Spinka

    Absolutely delicious! The combination of flavors is perfect.

  • Gage Abshire

    This recipe is a keeper! Thank you for sharing.

  • Kirk Goyette

    I made this for a party, and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about it.

  • Cornelius Langworth

    Substituted vegan cream cheese and it turned out amazing!

  • Cecelia Nolan

    So easy to make and tastes gourmet! Will definitely make again.

  • Freida Rau

    I added a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat, and it was fantastic!

  • Ezequiel Lubowitz

    I used a garlic-infused olive oil, which gave it an extra layer of flavor.

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