Ruth Reichl S Tapenade Super Easy And Elegant Recipe

Experience the magic of Ruth Reichl's renowned tapenade recipe, straight from the pages of "The Gourmet Cookbook." This incredibly simple yet elegant spread is perfect for impressing dinner guests or enjoying a sophisticated snack. Made with high-quality ingredients, this tapenade boasts vibrant flavors and a luxuriously smooth texture. Serve with crusty French bread or your favorite artisan bread for an unforgettable culinary experience. Keeps in the fridge for up to 2 weeks!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 481.6 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 4.7 (11 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Ruth Reichl S Tapenade Super Easy And Elegant

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How to Make Ruth Reichl S Tapenade Super Easy And Elegant

  1. Pit 1 cup Kalamata olives using a cherry pitter (or your preferred method).
  2. Combine the pitted olives, 2 cloves garlic, 1 tablespoon capers (drained), and the zest of 1 lemon in a food processor.
  3. Process until a smooth paste forms, about 3 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed.
  4. With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in ½ cup extra virgin olive oil in a steady stream until fully incorporated.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper to your preference.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

54 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

34g

Carbs

3g