Artichoke Tapenade

This creamy spread is a specialty from Provence, where it’s sold in markets alongside olive tapenades. Serve with sliced baguette rounds or pita wedges.

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This creamy spread is a specialty from Provence, where it’s sold in markets alongside olive tapenades. Serve with sliced baguette rounds or pita wedges.

Servings
3

Ingredients

  • 4 steamed fresh globe artichoke bottoms or canned artichoke bottoms
  • 6 pitted green olives
  • 2 Tbs. olive oil
  • 2 Tbs. lemon juice
  • 2 Tbs. grated Parmesan cheese, optional
  • 1 clove garlic, minced (1 tsp.)

Preparation

Place all ingredients in bowl of food processor with 2 Tbs. water or reserved cooking water from artichokes. Purée until smooth, adding 1 Tbs. or more water to obtain desired consistency.

Nutrition Information

  • Calories 55
  • Carbohydrate Content 2 g
  • Cholesterol Content 0 mg
  • Fat Content 5 g
  • Fiber Content 1 g
  • Protein Content 1 g
  • Saturated Fat Content 0.5 g
  • Sodium Content 73 mg
  • Sugar Content 0 g

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