Provencal Olive ( Bean ) Spread

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 13

Delicious Provencal Olive ( Bean ) Spread recipe for your snack time

by The Chefin Spread

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 cans great northern beans or ( 15 1/2 ounce ) cans other white beans , rinsed and drained
	1 teaspoon fennel seed
	4 teaspoons capers
	4 teaspoons red wine vinegar
	1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	16 kalamata olives , pitted

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The Provencal Olive ( Bean ) Spread is a classic appetizer recipe that brings together the rich and intense flavors of kalamata olives, fennel seeds, and capers. The nourishing and smooth texture of the beans work perfectly with the other ingredients in the recipe, making it a perfect snack option. This spread is also packed with essential vitamins, minerals, dietary fiber, and antioxidants.

Instructions

1.	Place beans, fennel seeds, capers, red wine vinegar, oregano, and salt in a food processor.
2.	Pulse until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
3.	Fold in the kalamata olives and mix well.
4.	Transfer the spread to a bowl, cover and refrigerate until serving.

PROS

This Provencal Olive ( Bean ) Spread is a tasty and healthy snack option.
Its ingredients pack a punch of flavor while keeping the recipe low in fat and calories.

Kalamata olives are full of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, making this spread a perfect healthy snack option.

CONS

Some may find the taste of this spread slightly overpowering as it has a strong olive flavor.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The Provencal Olive ( Bean ) Spread recipe is a healthy snack option with a number of nutritional benefits. It is a low fat and low calorie snack idea making it ideal for weight watchers. The added presence of kalamata olives in the recipe provides several health benefits as they contain antioxidants that fight inflammation and protect the body from free radicals.