Olive Tapenade & Goat Cheese Sandwich

Name: Olive Tapenade & Goat Cheese Sandwich
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 slices crusty ciabatta or sourdough bread; 2 oz soft goat cheese; 2 tbsp olive tapenade; ¼ cup fresh arugula or basil; 1 tsp olive oil (for drizzling)

By Alicia Newsom

April 3, 2025

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Olive Tapenade & Goat Cheese Sandwich is like a Mediterranean vacation for your taste buds. Imagine biting into a sandwich where the creamy goat cheese meets the briny, robust flavors of olive tapenade, creating an explosion of taste that dances on your palate. The aroma wafts through the kitchen, beckoning you closer as you prepare this delightful treat.

This sandwich isn’t just a meal it’s an experience. Picture yourself enjoying it on a sunny afternoon, perhaps while lounging in your backyard or at a picnic with friends. Each mouthful tells a story of sun-soaked olives and rich cheese, promising to take your boring lunch to extraordinary heights.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

This Olive Tapenade & Goat Cheese Sandwich comes together quickly, making lunch a breeze
Its vibrant flavors create a culinary masterpiece that looks stunning on any plate
Perfect for picnics but versatile enough for everyday lunches or fancy brunches

Sharing this delicious sandwich with friends always brings smiles and compliments, making it a go-to at gatherings.

Recipe preparation

Essential Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to make this delicious dish:

Bread: Use crusty ciabatta or sourdough for the best texture and flavor.
Goat Cheese: Opt for soft, creamy goat cheese that spreads easily and balances the saltiness of the tapenade.
Olive Tapenade: Choose high-quality tapenade or make your own to control the flavor profile.
Fresh Herbs: Fresh basil or arugula adds brightness and elevates the overall taste.
Olive Oil: A drizzle of good olive oil enhances richness and ties everything together.

The full ingredients list, including measurements, is provided in the recipe card directly below.

Let’s Make it Together

Gather Your Ingredients: Assemble all your ingredients on a clean surface to ensure you have everything ready for assembly.

Prepare the Bread: Slice your bread into even pieces about one inch thick. Toast them lightly until golden brown for added crunch.

Spread the Goat Cheese: Generously spread goat cheese onto one side of each slice of bread. Feel free to use more if you’re feeling indulgent

Add the Olive Tapenade: Take a spoonful of olive tapenade and spread it over the goat cheese layer. The contrast between creamy cheese and savory tapenade is divine.

Toss in Some Greens: Layer fresh herbs or arugula onto one slice, adding freshness to balance out the rich flavors of cheese and olives.

Assemble and Serve: Place another slice of bread on top to create your sandwich masterpiece. You can cut it in half if you want to show off those beautiful layers

Enjoy this Olive Tapenade & Goat Cheese Sandwich as an elegant lunch or a fun picnic treat that will leave everyone asking for seconds

You Must Know

This delightful sandwich combines creamy goat cheese with zesty olive tapenade for an unforgettable flavor experience
Perfect for lunch or a picnic, its textures and aromas will impress your friends and family
Serve it warm or cold, and watch smiles grow

Perfecting the Cooking Process

Start by preparing the olive tapenade first let those flavors meld while you toast the bread. Assemble the sandwich just before serving to maintain that lovely crunch.

Serving and storing

Add Your Touch

Feel free to swap goat cheese for feta or add fresh arugula for a peppery kick. A drizzle of balsamic glaze can elevate the flavors even further.

Storing & Reheating

Store leftover sandwiches wrapped in foil in the fridge for up to two days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through and crispy.

Chef's Helpful Tips

Use fresh, good-quality olives for the best tapenade flavor
Don’t skimp on toasting your bread it adds great texture
Lastly, allow the tapenade to rest before spreading this enhances its taste significantly

Making this olive tapenade and goat cheese sandwich has become my go-to dish when I want to impress guests with minimal effort

FAQs

FAQ

What type of olives should I use for tapenade?

Choose Kalamata or green olives for a rich, flavorful tapenade.

Can I make olive tapenade ahead of time?

Absolutely Olive tapenade can be prepared a couple of days in advance and stored in the fridge.

What can I serve alongside this sandwich?

Pair it with a light salad or potato chips for a delicious meal combo.

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