
Bright, briny, and impossibly creamy, this tapenade is the kind of thing you'll want to spread on everything in sight. Castelvetrano and Kalamata olives bring contrasting personalities — buttery and mild versus bold and earthy — while ripe avocado smooths it all together into something that feels almost luxurious. A hit of fresh lime juice and zest keeps the whole thing lively, and the turmeric and ginger add a subtle warmth that makes you stop and think, "wait, what is that?" It's the kind of depth you don't expect from a five-minute food processor recipe. For anyone avoiding industrial seed oils, this one is refreshingly straightforward. Extra-virgin olive oil is the only fat in play, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out — it's clean by design. The food processor does the heavy lifting, and the key is keeping it chunky: a coarse, spreadable texture beats a smooth purée every time. Serve it right away for peak freshness, or press plastic wrap directly onto the surface and refrigerate it for a few hours without losing any of that vibrant flavor.
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Drain the Castelvetrano and Kalamata olives and pat them dry with a paper towel — excess brine will make the tapenade watery.
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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