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Sweet and Juicy Raisin Tapenade

Traditional tapenades can be high in sodium, but not this version, with its base of raisins. Spread on crackers or pita bread as a snack or appetizer, or include as part of a tapas-inspired meal. Makes a great portable lunch.

  • 10 minutes
  • 4 Servings
  • Less than $3.00

Ingredients

  • 1 cup California raisins
  • 1/4 cup pitted Kalamata olives
  • 2/3 tablespoon walnuts
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 large whole grain pita bread

Steps

1

Place tapenade ingredients in food processor.

2

Run until raisins, olives, and walnuts are finely chopped.

3

Can be made ahead and refrigerated.

4

Serve with melba rounds or pita wedges.

5

Raisins are fat- and cholesterol-free, naturally low in sodium, and loaded with antioxidants.

6

Just 1/4 cup of raisins is equivalent to 1/2 cup of fruit.

7

Raisins are the most economical fruit per serving.

Ingredients

Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe

NutrientsAmount
Total Calories250
Total Fat6 g
Saturated Fat1 g
Monounsaturated Fat3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1 g
Linoleic Acid1 g
α-Linolenic Acid0.1 g
Omega 3 - EPA0 mg
Omega 3 - DHA0 mg
Cholesterol0 mg
Carbohydrates49 g
Dietary Fiber5 g
Total Sugars22 g
Added Sugars included0 g
Protein5 g
Minerals
Calcium23 mg
Potassium317 mg
Sodium220 mg
Copper217 mcg
Iron2 mg
Magnesium29 mg
Phosphorus79 mg
Selenium10 mcg
Zinc0 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A0 mcg RAE
Vitamin B60.1 mg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Vitamin C1 mg
Vitamin D0 mcg
Vitamin E1 mg
Vitamin K3 mcg
Folate10 mcg DFE
Thiamin0.1 mg
Riboflavin0.1 mg
Niacin1 mg
Choline11 mg

Source:

  • Produce for Better Health Foundation