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Green olive pasta sauce

Zesty Green Olive Pasta Sauce for Quick Weeknight Meals

This quick and easy green olive pasta sauce combines vibrant flavors of briny olives, fresh herbs, and garlic for a delightful addition to any dish.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Pitted Castelvetrano Olives ensure they are pitted for a smooth blend
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Parsley substitute with spinach for a milder taste
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Dill Leaves contributes herbaceous notes
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Basil Leaves can swap with fresh oregano
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves add more for garlic lovers
  • 6 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil choose high-quality oil
  • to taste Salt adjust to taste
  • to taste Pepper freshly cracked for best flavor

Equipment

  • food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by placing your food processor on a stable surface. Gather pitted Castelvetrano olives and 6 tablespoons of olive brine, then combine them in the processor's bowl. Secure the lid tightly and pulse the mixture until it begins to break down, forming a chunky paste. This should take about 30 seconds.
  2. Next, add the fresh parsley, chopped dill, basil leaves, and garlic cloves to the olive mixture. Drizzle in extra virgin olive oil, bringing a rich, velvety texture to the green olive pasta sauce. Pulse again for about 30 seconds until these ingredients blend together harmoniously.
  3. Sprinkle in a pinch of salt and freshly cracked pepper while the processor is running. Blend for an additional 15 seconds, checking the flavor as you go.
  4. Continue processing the mixture until it reaches a smooth, pesto-like consistency—this typically takes another 30 seconds. Add more olive oil if needed.
  5. Once your green olive pasta sauce is ready, take a moment to taste it and adjust seasoning as needed.
  6. Toss it over your favorite cooked pasta, or use it as a dip for fresh veggies or toasted bread. If you have leftovers, store in a sealed container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This vibrant green olive pasta sauce is a truly quick recipe that will elevate your meals in just five minutes! Enjoy!

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