Classic Olive Tapenade is a classic! Perfect for a super quick appetizer!
Best Ever Olive Tapenade
This quick and easy recipe is truly the perfect appetizer. It is easy to make ahead of time for any party or get-together, it’s super flavorful and it’s easy for guests to eat. It can also be a great small-plate meal as well!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Easy: This truly could not be any easier! In fact, there really is no cooking involved – you just toss everything in the food processor and pulse!
- Make Ahead: I love that you can make this the day before (or a couple days before) you will need it. Then, just pull it out when you have company over and you will look all fancy!
- Versatile: Serve however you want! We love cutting up a baguette, serving with our favorite crackers or with some warm pita bread.
What You Will Need
- olives – pitted (Mediterranean mix)
- fresh lemon juice
- capers
- olive oil
- dried basil leaves
- kosher salt
- (optional) anchovy fillets
How to make olive tapenade
Buy some quality olives (I used a Mediterranean mix) and make sure all of the seeds are removed.
Toss into a blender or food processor along with some fresh lemon juice, capers, olive oil, basil and a dash of kosher salt.
Pulse until you have reached your desired consistency. Serve however you wish!
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Classic Olive Tapenade Recipe
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 cup 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Counter Top
- Cuisine: Italian
Description
Classic Olive Tapenade – the quickest and easiest appetizers ever! Serve with a baguette, crackers or pita bread!
Ingredients
- 1 cup olives – pitted (Mediterranean mix)
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons capers
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
- pinch of kosher salt
- (optional) 1-2 anchovy fillets
Instructions
- After ensuring olives are pitted, add to food processor.
- Add remaining ingredients and pulse food processor until you have reached the desired consistency.
- Taste and add salt and additional olive oil as desired.
- Serve with pita bread, pita chips, baguette, bagels or crackers.
Notes
- Olives: feel free to mix up the type of olives you use!
Linda Bailey says
The tapenade looks yummy just haven’t had time to try it! Maybe this weekend.
Erin says
Let me know what you think!