Fish Free Avocado & Olive Tapenade with Lime
Traditional tapenade leans heavily on anchovies for its briny depth, but this version skips the fish entirely and still delivers a bold, complex spread worth making on repeat. The combination of buttery Castelvetrano olives and rich Kalamata olives creates a layered saltiness that doesn't need anything from the sea to feel complete. Creamy avocado brings a lush texture that holds everything together, while fresh lime juice and zest cut right through the richness with a bright, citrusy punch. Ground turmeric and ginger add a subtle warmth that makes this feel a little unexpected — in the best possible way. A quick pulse in the food processor keeps it chunky and rustic, so it spreads beautifully on crusty bread, crackers, or crudités without turning into a paste. Fresh parsley, basil, and optional cilantro keep the finish herbaceous and lively. It comes together in minutes and holds in the fridge for a few hours, making it an easy, crowd-pleasing option whenever you need something impressive with almost no effort.
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6 servings
- 1 cup pitted castelvetrano olives (or other mild green olives)
- ½ cup pitted kalamata olives
- 1 ripe avocado, pitted and peeled
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 1 small clove garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh basil leaves, roughly torn
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Drain the Castelvetrano and Kalamata olives and pat them dry with a paper towel — excess brine will make the tapenade watery.
- 2
Add the olives, avocado, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, olive oil, parsley, basil, turmeric, ginger, and salt to a food processor. Add the cilantro, if using.
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