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    Easy Castelvestrano Olive Tapenade

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    Looking for an easy appetizer? This Easy Castelvestrano Olive Tapenade is your answer. It is mild, zesty and vibrant.

    Make these tapenade an even those who are not fans of olives will enjoy this appetizer. Castelvestrano olives are mild and fruity, perfect for beginner palates.

    Ingredients:

    • Castevestrano olives: These mild olives are sweet and crisp with a subtle briny taste. My favorite brand is Divina.
    • Pistachios: Use unsalted pistachios, almonds or pecans.
    • Basil.
    • Garlic.
    • Olive oil.
    • Lemon juice and zest.
    • Capers (optional).
    • Crostini or bread for serving.
    • Whipped feta cheese for serving.

    Instructions

    Remove the pit from the olives using a pairing knife or with the flat side of a knife and smash them using light pressure to reveal the pit.

    In a food processor add the pitted olives, pistachios, torn basil leaves, garlic, lemon zest and juice and pulse 3-4 times.

    Add the olive oil and pulse 2 more times. Add the tapenade to a jar with a lid and refrigerate.

    When ready to serve the tapenade, lightly toast some crostini, spread whipped feta on top and finish with a dollop of the castelvestrano tapenade.

    Storage

    This olive tapenade can be store in the fridge for up to a week in an airtight container.

    Use any leftovers as toppings for salad bowls, on top of fish or chicken.

    Easy Castelvestrano Olive Tapenade in a jar with wooden spoon.

    Easy Castelvestrano Olive Tapenade

    Isabel
    Looking for an easy appetizer? This Easy Castelvestrano Olive Tapenade is your answer. It is mild, zesty and vibrant.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 10 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8
    Calories 60 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 cup Castelvestrano olives 1 whole 10.6 oz jar, drained and pitted.
    • 2 tablespoons pistachios unsalted
    • ½ tablespoon capers
    • 1 clove garlic
    • 3-5 basil leaves torn
    • ½ lemon juice and zest
    • 3 tablespoons olive oil

    Instructions
     

    • In a food processor add the olives, pistachios, capers, garlic, basil, lemon juice and zest.
      1 cup Castelvestrano olives, 2 tablespoons pistachios, ½ tablespoon capers, 1 clove garlic, 3-5 basil leaves, ½ lemon juice and zest
    • Pulse the ingredients 2-3 times until a rough paste forms.
    • Add the olive oil and pulse another 2 times. The tapenade should have small chunks of olives and pistachio and not be completely smooth.
      3 tablespoons olive oil
    • Refrigerate in an airtight container until ready to use.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 60kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 0.5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 14mgPotassium: 31mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 0.3gVitamin A: 18IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 0.2mg
    Keyword olive tapenade
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    1. Marylin

      March 02, 2025 at 8:55 pm

      5 stars
      Love this. Easy to make.

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