Cherry Tomato ‘n Artichoke Tapenade

Did you know??? In literally minutes, you can wake-up ordinary grilled chicken, fish, seafood or eggs with my homemade Mediterranean tapenade!

 

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Not only does this snap-to-prepare tapenade make the most incredible dip for fresh veggies or chips and bruschetta topping for crostini ….

 
….it would also be a wonderful alternative to your everyday salsa!

 

Cherry Tomato ‘n Artichoke Tapenade

Yield: about 2 1/2 cups
 
Click HERE for the full recipe, but in the nutshell, here is what you do:
 

Instructions

 
Prepare and assemble all ingredients.

 
Add all ingredients to a food processor or blender.

 
Process using on and off turns until mixture is finely chopped.

 
Allow to stand at room temperature for 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend. Or if serving later, refrigerate, covered for up to 2 days.

 
Drain excess juices before serving.

Cherry Tomato ‘n Artichoke Tapenade

Did you know??? In literally minutes, you can wake-up ho-hum grilled chicken, fish, seafood or eggs with my homemade Mediterranean tapenade. Not only does this snap-to-prepare tapenade make the most incredible dip for fresh veggies or chips and bruschetta topping for crostini, it would also be a wonderful alternative to your everyday salsa!

Yield: about 2 1/2 cups
Author: Linda Shapiro, © Meal Planning Maven

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup roasted red peppers bottled or homemade
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 14 ounce can artichoke hearts, drained and halved
  • 8 Greek olives coarsely chopped (without pits)
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic smashed (or more if you like)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh oregano leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried
  • 1/3 cup fresh chopped parsley
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt or to taste

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients to a food processor or blender.
  • Process using on and off turns until mixture is finely chopped.
  • Allow to stand at room temperature for 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend. Or if serving later, refrigerate, covered for up to 2 days.
  • Drain excess juices before serving.

Notes

Make Ahead and Storage Tips: may be made up to 2 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Drain. Let stand at room temperature for about 30 minutes or warm slightly before serving.

 

Notes

Tapenade tastes best at room temperature or slightly warmed. You can top fish and chicken with the tapenade prior to baking but be aware it will lose some of its bright colors and unique

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2 Responses

  1. I love every ingredient in your tapenade. It looks so delicious.
    • Linda Shapiro (Meal Planning Maven)
      Thank you so much for your kind words! I so appreciate you stopping by!