Sun-Dried Tomato Tapenade

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A delicious take on the usual sun-dried tomato tapenade but don't be tempted to use California sundried tomatoes because they are too sweet. I've never actually had the patience to chill this and always end up serving it right away. It's a huge hit! Serve with your favorite crackers.

Submitted by Alexis May Tanner

Updated on July 10, 2023

6

Prep Time:

20 mins

Additional Time:

2 hrs

Total Time:

2 hrs 20 mins

Servings:

8

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 (8 ounce) jar Mediterranean sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and chopped
⅓ cup chopped pitted Kalamata olives
⅓ cup chopped pitted green olives
3 cloves garlic, minced
freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, halved lengthwise

Directions

Stir balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl; fold in sun-dried tomatoes, Kalamata olives, green olives, and garlic. Season with black pepper. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for flavors to blend, at least 2 hours to overnight.
Arrange cream cheese halves on 2 serving dishes; spoon tapenade over cream cheese.

Tips

For something extra, substitute some of the olive oil with the sun-dried tomato oil the tomatoes come in.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

200	Calories
18g	Fat
9g	Carbs
4g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 200
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18g	23%
Saturated Fat 7g	36%
Cholesterol 31mg	10%
Sodium 390mg	17%
Total Carbohydrate 9g	3%
Dietary Fiber 2g	6%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 4g	8%
Vitamin C 29mg	32%
Calcium 45mg	3%
Iron 1mg	7%
Potassium 485mg	10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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