Ingredients

1 cup Kalamata or Nicoise olives, pitted 

1 clove garlic, peeled 

1 tablespoon capers, drained and rinsed 

3 oil-cured anchovy fillets 

Zest of half a lemon 

Freshly ground pepper, to taste 

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, optional 

2 tablespoons chopped parsley, optional 

1 to 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 

Preparation

Coarsely chop olives garlic, capers, anchovies, and lemon zest on a parchment covered cutting board. Place chopped mixture in a bowl. Add pepper, mustard, parsley, and stir in enough olive oil to bind the mixture together.