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    Modified: Oct 18, 2023 · Published: Nov 5, 2022 by Willow Moon · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.

    Roasted Red Pepper Tapenade

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    This Roasted Red Pepper Tapenade is salty and briny. Eat it with crostini or crackers. Made with only 5 ingredients, it comes together in minutes.

    Red Pepper Tapenade spread on a bun on a cutting board.

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    When it comes to entertaining, easy vegan appetizers are always a good thing. This Roasted Red Pepper Tapenade fits the bill.

    This delicious spread can be whipped up in just a few minutes. Add it to crostini or fresh bread and you have a quick savory appetizer.

    It is also a great addition to a sandwich or a wrap.

    Roasted red peppers and black olives are two items that I always keep stocked in my pantry. They both are wonderful additions to meals like pasta or sandwiches.

    I especially love roasted red pepper in hummus or other dips. A dip to try is my Vegan Roasted Red Pepper Dip.

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    • ❤️ Why You'll Love It
    • 🧾 Ingredients
    • 📖 Variations / Additions
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • 🍽 Serving
    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs
    • 🍘 Other Dip Recipes
    • 📋 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    ❤️ Why You'll Love It

    • It is an easy simple recipe that takes minutes to make.
    • It is versatile; use the red pepper spread on toast, pizza, or in a sandwich.
    • It has a wonderful salty briny flavor.

    🧾 Ingredients

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    • Roasted red bell pepper: Adds a sweet smoky flavor. I used store-bought roasted red bell peppers. You could also roast them yourself, as I did with my Roasted Red Pepper Hummus recipe.
    • Kalamata olives: I used Kalamata olives, but you could use any variety of black olives or green olives. Is the star ingredient. Adds a salty briny flavor and balances out the sweetness of the red pepper. Another Kalamata recipe to try is my Kalamata Olive Hummus recipe.
    • Balsamic vinegar: Adds a rich sweet flavor.
    • Lemon juice: Adds a bright tart flavor.
    • Garlic cloves: Add a pungent flavor.

    To see the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    📖 Variations / Additions

    • Capers
    • Fresh basil or parsley for a fresh flavor
    • Artichoke hearts for a red pepper artichoke tapenade
    • Vegan parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast
    • Extra virgin olive oil to thin it down for a salad dressing
    • Roasted garlic
    • Almonds, pine nuts or walnuts

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    🔪 Instructions

    Red Pepper Tapenade in food processor before and after mixing.

    Step 1: Place ingredients in a food processor.

    Step 2: Mix until you get the desired consistency. You can also chop all the ingredients.

    🍽 Serving

    • Baguette slices
    • Sandwich spread
    • Toast
    • Pita chips
    • Buns
    • Dip for fresh vegetables
    • Pizza topping
    Red Pepper Tapenade on a bun.

    👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs

    What is traditional tapenade made of?

    Traditional tapenade is made with finely chopped, crushed, or blended olives, capers, and sometimes anchovies.

    What can you do with tapenade?

    You can use it as a spread, dip, or pizza topping. You can stir a little into pasta or veggie burgers before forming them and cooking them.

    How long will tapenade last?

    This red pepper tapenade recipe will last 2 weeks in an airtight container in the fridge.

    What is Kalamata olive tapenade?

    Kalamata olive tapenade is made with Kalamata olives, capers, and sometimes anchovies. It is then flavored with herbs and spices.

    🍘 Other Dip Recipes

    • Vegan Tzatziki
      Vegan Tzatziki
    • Tofu Nacho Cheese
      Tofu Nacho Cheese Sauce
    • Roasted Red Pepper Dip
      Roasted Red Pepper Dip
    • Green Goddess Dip
      Green Goddess Dip

    This vegan tapenade can be included in a sandwich or served on a baguette.

    If you tried this Roasted Red Pepper Tapenade Recipe or any other recipe on my website, please leave a ⭐️ star rating and let me know how you like it in the 💬 comments below. I love hearing from you!

    I originally posted this recipe on November 5, 2016. I added new photos and text when I republished it.

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    Red Pepper Tapenade
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    Roasted Red Pepper Tapenade

    This Roasted Red Pepper Tapenade is salty and briny. Eat it with crostini or crackers. Made with only 5 ingredients, it comes together in minutes.
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine French inspired
    Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time 5 minutes minutes
    Servings 4
    Calories 30kcal
    Author Willow Moon
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    Equipment

    • food processor

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup chopped roasted red pepper
    • ½ cup Kalamata olives pitted
    • 1 clove garlic minced
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • ½ teaspoon balsamic vinegar
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    Instructions

    • Put all the ingredients in a food processor. Pulse until you get desired consistency. You can also chop all the ingredients for a chunkier texture.
    • Place in an airtight container and store in the fridge.

    Notes

    This red pepper tapenade recipe will last a couple of weeks in an airtight container in the fridge.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 30kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 502mg | Potassium: 25mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 0g | Vitamin A: 155IU | Vitamin C: 9.8mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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    *Note: Nutrition information should be considered an estimate only. Different nutrition calculators give you different results.

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    1. Cathy Mini says

      November 16, 2016 at 8:16 am

      Yum!! This looks so delicious--pinning for later!

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    2. Melynda Brown says

      November 10, 2016 at 9:26 am

      This is not only beautiful in color, but delicious too. Anything with olives is always delicious.

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      • Willow Moon says

        November 11, 2016 at 10:51 am

        I agree! I always have both green and black olives on hand.

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    3. andrea says

      November 09, 2016 at 8:17 am

      I love olives!! This recipe looks amazing:) Perfect holiday app

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      • Willow Moon says

        November 09, 2016 at 8:38 am

        Thanks Andrea!

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    4. Ruthie Ridley says

      November 09, 2016 at 7:42 am

      This looks amazing!! What a great idea!!

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    5. Cait Weingartner says

      November 09, 2016 at 5:46 am

      This looks delicious, and I love how fast and easy it is to make. Thanks for sharing, just in time for the holiday season!

      Reply
    6. Mary Barham says

      November 08, 2016 at 9:21 pm

      Yum!! I have got to make this!

      Reply
    7. Christine says

      November 08, 2016 at 6:48 pm

      This looks and sounds really good. We do a little happy hour on the weekends and I will have to make this for my friends. Thanks for sharing,

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      • Willow Moon says

        November 09, 2016 at 8:01 am

        I bet this would go well with a dry martini!

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    8. Leah says

      November 08, 2016 at 4:40 pm

      What a great appetizer, so easy and so tasty! Yum!

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    9. Belle says

      November 08, 2016 at 7:05 am

      This looks really good! I bet my husband will love this.

      One Awesome Momma

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    10. Berniedette says

      November 08, 2016 at 6:56 am

      I didn't realize how easy tepenade is to make! I've been looking for some appetizer recipes for my friend's baby shower, and think this might be the one I should try and share with the girls!

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      • Willow Moon says

        November 09, 2016 at 7:57 am

        Thanks Berniedette, I hope you and the girls like it!

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