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Tapenade Recipe | Provençal Olive Caper Dip

Provençal Olive Caper Dip

Tapenade is a Provençal olive dip made with black olives, capers, anchovies, garlic, lemon, and olive oil. It is salty, briny, savory, and deeply Mediterranean, with a coarse texture made for spreading. Serve it with crostini, raw vegetables, grilled fish, roast chicken, eggs, or tomato salads.

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Tapenade Recipe

Provençal Olive Caper Dip

Tapenade is a Provençal olive dip made with black olives, capers, anchovies, garlic, lemon, and olive oil. It is salty, briny, savory, and deeply Mediterranean, with a coarse texture made for spreading. Serve it with crostini, raw vegetables, grilled fish, roast chicken, eggs, or tomato salads.

TypeDips
Prep12 minutes
Cook0 minutes
Rest20 minutes
Total32 minutes
YieldAbout 300 g
Servings10
Serving30 g
DifficultyEasy
CuisineFrench, Provençal

Ingredients

Batch

Instructions

Serving Ideas

  • Spread on crostini, crackers, or grilled bread.
  • Serve with raw vegetables, boiled eggs, grilled fish, or chicken.
  • Use as a savory layer in sandwiches.

Chef Tips

  • Rinse capers to control saltiness.
  • Use oil-cured or good brined olives for better flavor.
  • Do not puree completely; tapenade should have texture.

Storage

Store refrigerated in a clean jar for up to 1 week. Bring to room temperature before serving.

Allergen Notes

Contains fish from anchovies. Naturally dairy-free, egg-free, nut-free, and gluten-free.

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