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Olive Tapenade Spread on French bread rounds

Easy Olive Tapenade Spread with Kalamata Olives and Capers

If you’re looking for a bold, savory appetizer that comes together in minutes, this Olive Tapenade Spread is exactly what you need. Made with briny kalamata olives, capers, fresh lemon juice, and smooth garlic paste, it delivers big Mediterranean flavor with almost no effort.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Greek
Servings 4 People

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Cups Kalamata Olives
  • 1 Tablespoon Capers
  • 2 Teaspoons Garlic paste
  • 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Ground Pepper
  • 1/4 Teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional
  • 1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Pita Chips, Pita Bread or French Bread Rounds for Serving

Instructions
 

  • Finely chop the olives, capers, and garlic paste together using a small food processor. A quick pulse or two in the food processor is all that’s needed.
  • Place the olive mixture in a bowl and add the lemon juice, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (optional). Mix well with a spoon or spatula.
  • Slowly drizzle the olive oil into the mixture in a continuous stream, stirring to incorporate.
  • To serve, place the olive tapenade in a small serving bowl alongside the pita chips, pita bread, or French bread rounds.
Keyword Easy Mediterranean Appetizers, Easy Olive Tapenade, Kalamata Olive Dip, Olive Spread Appetizer, Olive Tapenade Appetizer, Olive Tapenade Spread, Olive Tapenade Spread Appetizer, Quick Appetizer Spreads, Tapenade with Capers
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