Best Olive and Fig Tapenade Recipe - How To Make Olive Tapenade

Ingredients

• 1/2 c. packed stemmed and quartered dried Mission figs (about 5.5 oz.)
• 1 c. pitted Kalamata olives
• 1 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
• 1 tbsp. capers, drained
• 2 tsp. whole-grain mustard
• 1 tsp. fresh thyme leaves
• 1 small clove garlic, coarsely chopped
• 1/3 c. extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
• Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• Kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• Chopped fresh parsley, for serving