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Three Olive Tapenade

A rich and flavorful tapenade made with kalamata, green, and black olives, balanced with fresh herbs and a hint of lemon.
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 4 servings

Equipment

  • Food Processor

Ingredients

Olives

  • 7 ounces Kalamata olives drained
  • 5.75 ounces Green olives drained (with or without pimentos)
  • 6 ounces Black olives drained

Other Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons Capers
  • 4 cloves Garlic
  • 1 unit Roasted red bell pepper roughly chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Parsley roughly chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Basil roughly chopped
  • 3 teaspoons Lemon juice
  • 5 tablespoons Olive oil

Instructions

  • Step 1: Prepare your ingredients by draining the olives and setting them aside.
  • Step 2: Roast your red bell pepper if desired, then chop it.
  • Step 3: In a food processor, combine all ingredients and pulse until spreadable.
  • Step 4: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Step 5: Chill before serving for at least 30 minutes.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container with a layer of olive oil on top to maintain freshness.