Save to Pinterest A festive, savory Mediterranean spread of briny black olives blended with capers, anchovies, and herbs, served atop crisp, golden crostini—perfect for sharing at your New Years Eve celebration.
I first served this tapenade at a holiday party and it was a huge hit with family and friends
Ingredients
- For the Black Olive Tapenade: 2 cups pitted black olives (Kalamata or Niçoise preferred), 2 tablespoons capers drained, 4 anchovy fillets in oil drained (optional for vegetarian omit for vegan), 2 cloves garlic peeled, 2 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried), 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, freshly ground black pepper to taste
- For the Crostini: 1 baguette sliced into 1/2 inch rounds, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 garlic clove halved (for rubbing)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C)
- Step 2:
- Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet Brush both sides lightly with olive oil
- Step 3:
- Bake for 8 10 minutes turning halfway until golden and crisp Remove from oven and rub the top of each crostini with the cut side of the garlic clove Set aside to cool
- Step 4:
- In a food processor combine the black olives capers anchovy fillets (if using) garlic parsley lemon juice and thyme Pulse several times until coarsely chopped
- Step 5:
- With the processor running slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture becomes a coarse paste Scrape down the sides as needed
- Step 6:
- Season to taste with black pepper and adjust lemon juice if desired
- Step 7:
- Transfer tapenade to a serving bowl Serve with prepared crostini
Save to Pinterest This recipe always brings my family together to chat and enjoy the flavors during celebrations
Required Tools
Food processor baking sheet pastry brush sharp knife
Allergen Information
Contains gluten (baguette) fish (anchovies) May contain traces of wheat or fish depending on brands
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 190 Total Fat: 11 g Carbohydrates: 18 g Protein: 3 g
Save to Pinterest Enjoy your homemade tapenade as a festive appetizer that delights every guest
Common Questions
- → What olives work best for this spread?
Kalamata or Niçoise olives give the tapenade its characteristic briny and rich flavor, making them ideal choices.
- → Can anchovies be omitted?
Yes, leaving out anchovies makes it vegetarian. For a vegan twist, replace anchovies with extra capers and a splash of miso or soy sauce for depth.
- → How do I prepare the crostini?
Sliced baguette rounds are brushed with olive oil, baked until crisp and golden, then rubbed with garlic for extra flavor.
- → How long can the tapenade be stored?
Stored in an airtight container, it can be kept refrigerated for up to 3 days while maintaining its vibrant taste.
- → What beverages pair well with this dish?
Crisp sparkling wines or dry rosés complement the tapenade’s briny and herbal notes nicely.