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Basic Olive Tapenade

Olive tapenade is a recent edition to my snack rotation. Last year, I made a tapenade recipe for an assignment for one of my classes and I was instantly hooked by how simple the ingredients were and how easy and quick it was to prepare. Less than ten ingredients and less than ten minutes? — I can’t think of a better snack!

In this recipe, I use kalamata olive for a tart, salty base. If you prefer a more mild olive, you can choose buttery Castelveltrano or green olives. Capers add another salty pop while garlic and herbs round out the bite. For more spicy or sweet flavors, feel free to add…

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