olivada spread

I made this Kalamata Olivada Spread as an appetizer one Sunday afternoon and it was so good that we ate the whole thing and skipped dinner altogether.

What is Olivada Spread

Olivada is Spainโ€™s answer to tapenadeโ€”a rich, olive-based spread similar to the French version but typically made without anchovies. This recipe highlights the bold flavor of Kalamata olives.

olivada spread

A key ingredient in this dish is the Greek Olives, more commonly known as Kalamata Olives. These Greek olives are only grown in Greece near the town of Kalamata (hence their name) so they can be a little pricey. Kalamata Olives are high in sodium, healthy fats and contain a natural antioxidant. They are also particularly high in iron and vitamin A.

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Since these olives have a rather unique flavor profile, finding a substitute can be next to impossible. Probably the closest would be Black or Green Olives but the dish will not be as good as with Kalamata Olives.

olivada on a baguette

The way I like to toast the baguette is to preheat your oven to 400ยฐF. I cut the bread into thin slices on the diagonal, place them on a baking sheet and drizzle with a little olive oil. Then I toast them for 5-6 minutes or until they reach the doneness I am looking for.

I like to serve this Olivada Spread with toasted sliced baguettes but you can essentially serve this delicious spread with just about anything like crackers, cut vegetables, etc. But you have to trust me on this one that it is best served on a nicely toasted baguette.

bowl of olivada

You will need the following ingredients to make this Kalamata Olivada Spread recipe (see recipe card for quantities): Greek Kalamata Olives, Capers, Garlic Cloves, Fresh Lemon Juice, Ground Black Pepper, Crushed Red Pepper Flakes, Extra Virgin Olive Oil and French Bread.

  1. Add the kalamata olives, capers and garlic to a food processor. Pulse intermittently until the ingredients are combined.
  2. Place the mixture in a bowl and add the lemon juice, pepper and red pepper flakes. Mix well.
  3. Slowly drizzle the olive oil into the olive mixture, stirring to incorporate.
  4. Place the olivada spread in a small serving bowl alongside thin slices of toasted bread.

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Olivada Spread

Kalamata Olivada Spread

This Olivada Spread is absolutely delicious on a toasted French Baguette. Super easy to make. Makes a great appetizer.
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Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course Dips, Spreads & Aioli
Cuisine Greek
Author Rodney
Servings 8
Calories 256 kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 2 Cups Greek Kalamata Olives, pitted
  • 1 Tbsp Capers
  • 4 Garlic Cloves
  • 1 Tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
  • ยฝ Tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • ยผ Tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes, or to taste
  • ยฝ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 loaf French Bread, sliced and toasted

Instructions

  • Add the kalamata olives, capers and garlic to a food processor. Pulse intermittently until the ingredients are combined.
  • Place the mixture in a bowl and add the lemon juice, pepper and red pepper flakes. Mix well.
  • Slowly drizzle the olive oil into the olive mixture, stirring to incorporate.
  • Place the olivada spread in a small serving bowl alongside thin slices of toasted baguette.
Nutrition (1 of 8 servings)
Calories: 256kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Sodium: 746mg | Potassium: 60mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 153IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 1mg
This information is an estimate and may vary based on several factors. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with a Registered Dietitian.
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