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I received free samples of California Ripe Olives mentioned in this post. By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by California Ripe Olives and am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was not compensated for my time.

 California black ripe olives have always been one of my favorite snack foods. Really. Since I was little. I was one of those kids who put one on the tip of each finger and just munched away. I’ve always loved their mild fruity, briny flavor, and their texture. I never gave much thought to whether they were good for me or not.  I just knew I really liked them.  Fast forward about a hundred years, and now that I know more about olives, I pop open a can every chance I get!  Most people are aware that olive oil is part of a healthy Mediterranean diet – well, guess where that oil comes from? Yep – olives, and they’re super-healthy too!

When I work with clients to help them to eat better, I prefer to focus on foods to add more of to their diet, rather than foods to take away. I love the look of surprise and delight when I mention olives as a healthy addition to their diet. Them: “What? I thought olives were so bad for you?!” Me: “Nope. They’re really, really good for you.”

 

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A serving of four California ripe olives has about 25 calories, and while it’s true that most of those calories come from fat, it’s the heart-healthy, monounsaturated kind that helps to improve your cholesterol. California ripe olives also provide vitamins, minerals and phytochemicals that work in other ways to keep you healthy. Although they’re grown in California, these black olives sit right along side other healthy and delicious foods like nuts, cheese, yogurt, fruits, vegetables, and even wine, as part of the Mediterranean-style diet, that promotes longer and healthier lives.

 

Black Olive and Sun Dried Tomato Focaccia|Craving Something Healthy

 

Black olives are a versatile food to use in salads, sandwiches, tapenade spread, or even in cooking and baking. I paired them with some of my favorite Mediterranean flavors: sun-dried tomatoes, fresh rosemary, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil, to make this focaccia bread. Thank heavens it’s so quick and easy to make, because it disappears in minutes!

 

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Black Olive and Sun Dried Tomato Focaccia|Craving Something Healthy

 

While you certainly can make your own pizza dough for this recipe, it is perfectly acceptable, and I completely encourage you to use pre-made pizza or bread dough for this recipe.  I would be lost with out a few packages in my freezer.  My local Safeway bakery has the most amazing french bread dough, but it’s behind the bakery counter and you have to ask them for it (don’t tell them I told you!) 🙂

 

Black Olive and Sun Dried Tomato Focaccia|Craving Something Healthy

Black Olive and Sun-Dried Tomato Focaccia

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Servings 1 pound loaf of bread (about 12 servings)

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound package of pizza or bread dough thawed.
  • 1 cup California ripe black pitted olives
  • 1/2 cup sun dried tomatoes in olive oil, with herbs
  • 3 tablespoons of the oil from the sun dried tomatoes
  • 1 large sprig of fresh rosemary
  • 1/3 cup of grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
  • Olive oil with balsamic oil for dipping optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees
  • Generously spray or oil an 8 x 10 baking pan
  • Mince the black olives, drained sun dried tomatoes, and rosemary, and mix together in a small bowl.
  • Roll the pizza or bread dough out into a rectangle, about 6" wide x 16-18" long.
  • Spread about 2/3 of the olive, tomato, herb mixture over one half of the dough.
  • Sprinkle parmesan cheese over the olive, tomato mixture.
  • Fold the plain half of the dough over the half with the filling, and lightly pinch closed.
  • Place the dough in the oiled pan, and let rise for about an hour, until it fills the pan.
  • When the dough has risen and is puffed, make indentations throughout the top with your fingers.
  • Lightly brush 3 tablespoons of the oil from the sundries tomatoes over the dough.
  • Sprinkle the remaining olive and tomato mixture over the top of the dough.
  • Bake for about 20-30 minutes, or until the bread is golden and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
  • Let cool, and cut into squares.
  • If desired, serve with olive oil with a bit of balsamic vinegar for dipping.
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Anne Danahy MS, RD is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist and a freelance content writer who specializes in women's health and healthy aging. She lives in the Scottsdale area and eats wherever good food is found.

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  1. Kelly Anthony says

    August 11, 2018 at 3:55 am

    What a perfectly genius combination! I LOVE focaccia bread. I’m sure this will be amazing!

    Reply
    • Craving Something Healthy says

      August 12, 2018 at 12:08 pm

      Thanks so much! It’s always a hit for a happy hour appetizer.

      Reply
  2. Rachel @ Delicious Balance says

    September 10, 2015 at 5:27 pm

    This looks so good…especially with a chilled glass of wine 🙂 I love easy recipes that taste delicious!

    Reply
    • Anne says

      September 11, 2015 at 9:17 pm

      Thanks so much Rachel! I think anything looks better with a chilled glass of wine 🙂 Enjoy and thanks so much for stopping by!

      Reply
  3. Deanna Segrave-Daly says

    September 9, 2015 at 8:36 pm

    Oh this is going right to my “Let It Rise” pinterest board -yummy! If you have any leftovers, bring them with you to VT this weekend – JK (half kidding 🙂

    Reply
    • Anne says

      September 11, 2015 at 9:15 pm

      Thanks so much Deanna! So SORRY but it was polished off very quickly with not a crumb in sight!

      Reply
  4. Melanie says

    September 9, 2015 at 2:37 pm

    Mmm! I love focaccia, and this recipe looks like perfection with its healthy ingredients and the time-saving tip of using frozen dough! 🙂

    Reply
    • Anne says

      September 9, 2015 at 4:16 pm

      Thanks Melanie! Yes – I always have a few packages of dough in my freezer! You never know when you’ll need one! Thanks for visiting and leaving a comment 🙂

      Reply
  5. Wendy @ WendyPolisi says

    September 9, 2015 at 1:18 pm

    This looks so amazing! I love the convenience of using pizza dough too.

    Reply
    • Anne says

      September 9, 2015 at 4:17 pm

      Thanks so much Wendy! It’s so easy to make if you use packaged dough! Thanks for visiting and leaving a comment 🙂

      Reply

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