Olive Tapenade

Olive Tapenade

Olive tapenade is delicious, easy to make and can be used as a dip, sandwich spread or topping for fish and poultry. Make a batch to keep in the refrigerator for enhancing your meals throughout the week.

Prep and Cook Time: 15 minutes Ingredients: 8 oz kalamata olives, pitted and minced 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 TBS capers, rinsed and drained 2 TBS minced fresh Italian parsley 2 tsp minced lemon peel Freshly ground pepper to taste 3 TBS extra virgin olive oil 1 minced anchovy filled (optional)

Directions:

1. In a small bowl, combine olives, garlic, capers, parsley, anchovy, lemon peel, and black pepper.
2. Add extra virgin olive oil and mix thoroughly.        Makes 1/2 cup

Healthy Cooking Tips:
The olives, capers, garlic and parsley may be minced at the same time in a food processor. www.whfoods.org