Black Olive Tapenade

Ingredients

• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Fresh parsley (2 tablespoons, chopped)
• Extra virgin olive oil (3 tablespoons)
• Fresh lemon juice (1 tablespoon)
• Garlic (2 cloves)
• Capers (2 tablespoons)
• Black olives (1 cup, pitted)

Instructions

1. In a food processor, combine the black olives, capers, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil.
2. Pulse until the mixture reaches your desired consistency. You can leave it chunky or blend until smooth.
3. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
4. Transfer the tapenade to a serving bowl and stir in the chopped parsley.
5. Serve with toasted baguette slices, crackers, or as a spread on sandwiches or wraps.