Herbed Olive Puree

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup oil-cured black olive, pitted
  • 1/2 cup large green olives
  • 1/4 cup sweet onion, chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 10 fresh mint leaves
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon fennel seed
  • 1 teaspoon cumin, ground
  • 1 teaspoon coriander, ground
  • 1/4 cup minced assorted fresh herb, such as parsley, mint, and basil
  • 6 pita breads, warmed and cut into quarters (optional)

Instructions

  1. Puree the olives, onion, garlic, mint leaves, oil, fennel seeds, cumin, and coriander in a food processor until smooth.
  2. Place the puree in a serving bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and set aside at room temperature for at least 6 hours.
  3. Before serving, stir well, top with the minced herbs, and place on a plate with the warm pita bread sections.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

610 kcal 31% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 12.8g 26% DV
Total Fat 44.4g 57% DV
Carbs 50.3g 18% DV
Fiber 15.3g 54% DV
Sugar 14.2g 28% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 782.5mg 34% DV
Potassium 1089.5mg 23% DV
Cholesterol 3.8mg 1% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 111.5mcg 12% DV
Vitamin C 15.9mg 18% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 614.8mg 47% DV
Iron 23.2mg 100% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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