Description
Bursting with bold Mediterranean flavors, this sun-dried tomato spread is a quick and easy way to elevate your meals. Made with sweet sun-dried tomatoes, briny olives, and zesty lemon juice, it’s perfect as a dip, sandwich spread, or pasta enhancer. With just a few ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a delicious, versatile spread that will make your dishes shine.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (170 grams) sun-dried tomatoes, packed in olive oil
- ⅓ cup (50 grams) green olives, pitted
- 2 tablespoons (20 grams) capers, in brine
- 1 small garlic clove
- 1 ½ tablespoons lemon juice (plus more to taste)
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ⅓ cup fresh parsley leaves (or ½ teaspoon dried parsley)
- ¼ to ⅓ teaspoon fine salt (to taste)
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
- ¼ cup (60 ml) extra virgin olive oil or reserved marinade from the tomatoes
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients:
- Drain the sun-dried tomatoes and capers if needed. Reserve the oil from the sun-dried tomatoes to use as part of the olive oil measurement.
- Peel the garlic clove and chop fresh parsley if using.
- Blend the Ingredients:
- Place the sun-dried tomatoes, green olives, capers, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, parsley, salt, and pepper into a food processor.
- Pulse the ingredients until finely chopped.
- Add Olive Oil:
- With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil or reserved tomato marinade.
- Stop to scrape down the sides of the bowl as necessary and blend until the spread is smooth but still slightly chunky.
- Adjust Flavor:
- Taste the spread and adjust with additional lemon juice, salt, or pepper as needed. Blend again briefly to combine.
- Store and Serve:
- Transfer the spread to a clean glass jar or airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Serve with crusty bread, crackers, or fresh veggies, or use as a flavorful addition to pasta or sandwiches.
Notes
- Customizable: Add chili flakes for a spicy kick or swap parsley with basil for a different herbaceous flavor.
- Storage: Always use a clean spoon when scooping from the jar to keep the spread fresh longer.
- Uses: This spread works great as a pizza topping, mixed into salad dressings, or layered into wraps.
- Make-Ahead Tip: Prepare a double batch and freeze half in small portions for future use.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean