
Bright, briny, and deeply savory, this Castelvetrano tapenade is the kind of condiment that makes everything it touches taste more interesting. The buttery green olives bring a mild, almost fruity richness that balances the bold punch of Kalamata, while capers and fresh herbs keep every bite lively. Most store-bought tapenades sneak in refined vegetable or canola oils, which is exactly the problem this recipe sidesteps — the only fat here is a generous pour of extra-virgin olive oil, exactly as it should be. A quick pulse in the food processor keeps the texture coarse and rustic, so you get real chunks of olive rather than a muddy paste. Apple cider vinegar adds just enough brightness to lift the whole thing without overpowering the herbs. Spread it over crusty bread, spoon it alongside grilled fish or chicken, or stir it into a simple pasta — it works beautifully in almost any direction you take it. Make a jar on Sunday and you'll find yourself reaching for it all week.
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Combine the Castelvetrano olives, Kalamata olives, capers, garlic, parsley, and thyme in the bowl of a food processor.
Pulse 8–10 times, until the mixture is coarsely chopped and no large olive pieces remain — the texture should be rough and spreadable, not a smooth paste.
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