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Muffaletta with Olive Tapenade

Muffaletta with olive tapenade is a sandwich that originated in New Orleans at Central Grocery where it is still made today. It’s loaded with Italian salami and a Creole olive salad so it is packed with flavor. It should be prepared an hour or so ahead of time to allow the flavors to come together,… read more

Fig & Olive Tapenade

This three ingredient appetizer makes entertaining a breeze! Serve with crackers or crostini or add to an artisan cheese and charcuterie board. Makes  1 ½ cups Ingredients 1 7-ounce jar We Olive Black Olive Tapenade ½ cup We Olive Balsamic Fig Almond Spread We Olive Blood Orange Olive Oil Crackers or crostini for serving In… read more

Pepperoni & Kale Flatbread

This flatbread makes a delicious dinner for one or can be cut into pieces as a party appetizer! Look for thin pre-baked flatbread or pizza crust at your grocery store. Makes 1 flatbread 1 pre-baked pizza or flatbread crust 1 1/2 tablespoons jarred roasted red tomatoes, finely chopped* 2 teaspoons We Olive Black Olive Tapenade… read more

Garlicky Black Olive Hummus

easy hummus recipe

We Olive Culinary Director Suzie Lewitan makes this three-ingredient hummus recipe as an easy appetizer for entertaining or healthy afternoon snack. Makes about 1 cup Ingredients 8oz plain prepared hummus 1.5 oz We Olive Fresh Garlic Olive Oil 2 oz We Olive Black Olive Tapenade In a bowl, add all ingredients and mix well with… read more

Olive Festival Orzo Salad

Orzo Salad with Black Olive Tapenade

We Olive Culinary Director Suzie Lewitan created this easy orzo salad recipe for the Paso Robles Olive Festival featuring  a trio of We Olive bestsellers: Fresh Garlic and Meyer Lemon Olive Oils plus Aged Balsamic Vinegar. Finishing it with Black Olive Tapenade adds complexity and depth. Serves 8 as a side or 4 – 6… read more

Shrimp & Cannellini Bean Salad

This satisfying but healthful salad is a perfect meal for anyone following a Mediterranean diet. In this recipe we use We Olive’s Apple White Balsamic Vinegar* to add a bright sweetness that balances the bold briny notes of our Black Olive Tapenade. This salad is perfect for lunch, a quick and healthy weeknight dinner, or as… read more