Welcome to the world of culinary delights, where flavors dance on your palate and tantalize your taste buds. Today, we present to you a delightful journey into the realm of tapenade, a classic Mediterranean spread that captures the essence of sun-kissed olives, aromatic herbs, and the irresistible tang of capers. As we embark on this culinary adventure, we'll guide you through a recipe that reimagines the beloved tapenade, excluding the anchovies while still preserving its vibrant flavors and versatility. Get ready to indulge in a symphony of textures and flavors, as we explore the art of crafting an anchovy-free black olive tapenade that will transform your appetizer platters, pasta dishes, and sandwiches into culinary masterpieces.
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ANCHOVY FREE BLACK OLIVE TAPENADE
From The Australian Women's Weekly 'Tapas, Mezze, Antipasto and other Bites' As I am not a fan of anchovy and even though I don't think you would notice the flavour in a tapenade, they are not something I ever have in the pantry. So this quick and easy tapenade is perfect for me to whip up.
Provided by Sarah
Categories European
Time 10m
Yield 1 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Add all ingredients to blender or food processor.
- Puree until smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 664.9, Fat 69.5, SaturatedFat 9.5, Sodium 1812.8, Carbohydrate 15.3, Fiber 7, Sugar 0.6, Protein 2.2
BLACK OLIVE TAPENADE
A piquant sauce with olives, capers and anchovies that's as delicious swirled through pasta as it is topping a bruschetta - a great alternative to pesto
Provided by Miriam Nice
Categories Canapes, Condiment
Time 5m
Yield makes 1 small jar
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Blitz all the ingredients except the thyme in a small food processor. Season with black pepper then transfer to a jar or serving dish and scatter over the thyme leaves if using. Keeps in the fridge for 3 days.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 calories, Fat 9 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 1 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 0.4 grams protein, Sodium 0.4 milligram of sodium
ANCHOVY TAPENADE
Steps:
- Place olives in a food processor. Pulse until coarsely chopped. Stir remaining ingredients into olives. Set aside.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 85, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 717 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams
Tips:
- Choose ripe, plump black olives for the best flavor.
- If you don't have a food processor, you can finely chop the olives, capers, and herbs by hand.
- To make the tapenade smoother, add a tablespoon of olive oil at a time until you reach the desired consistency.
- Store the tapenade in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Anchovy-free black olive tapenade is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of ways. Serve it as a dip with crackers or bread, use it as a spread for sandwiches or wraps, or add it to pasta dishes or salads. It's also a great way to add a pop of flavor to grilled or roasted vegetables. This tapenade is a great option for those who don't like anchovies, or for those who are looking for a vegan or vegetarian alternative. It's also a healthy and flavorful way to add more olives to your diet.
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