Black Olive Paste | Souri Black Olives | 210g

Regular price $5.50

Authentic Black Olive Paste from Lebanon

Made from naturally brined Souri black olives grown in Lebanon, Zejd Black Olive Paste is a smooth, savory spread that brings out the deep, earthy character of the olive.

Souri is one of Lebanon's traditional olive varieties, known for its distinctive flavor and aromatic character. The olives are naturally brined and blended into a smooth paste, creating a rich Mediterranean spread with a deep olive flavor and lingering finish.

Made with black olives only, this versatile olive paste is ideal for spreading, dipping, adding to sandwiches, or incorporating into everyday cooking.

What Makes Zejd Black Olive Paste Different?

Made from Souri Olives

Zejd Black Olive Paste is made from Souri black olives, a traditional Lebanese olive variety deeply rooted in the country's olive-growing heritage.

Naturally Brined

The olives are naturally brined to develop their characteristic savory flavor while preserving their distinctive olive character.

Simple Ingredients

Made with black olives only, with no unnecessary additions to distract from the flavor of the olives.

Smooth & Savory

A rich, earthy and savory olive flavor makes this paste easy to spread, dip, or incorporate into recipes.

Flavor Profile

Deep · Earthy · Savory · Rich · Distinctly Olive

Zejd Black Olive Paste has a deep, full olive character with earthy and savory notes and a lingering finish.

How to Use Black Olive Paste

Spread

Spread on toasted bread, crostini, crackers or sandwiches for an easy Mediterranean-inspired bite.

Dipping

Serve as part of an appetizer board or alongside bread, vegetables and other Mediterranean favorites.

Sandwiches & Wraps

Add a layer of black olive paste to sandwiches, wraps and flatbreads for a deeper savory flavor.

Pasta

Toss with pasta or add to sauces for a rich olive flavor.

Pizza

Dot over pizza before serving for an intense olive flavor.

Dressings & Sauces

Mix into dressings, sauces or marinades to add savory depth.

Appetizers

Use as part of a Mediterranean mezze spread with bread, vegetables, cheeses and olives.

Product Details

Origin Lebanon
Olive Variety Souri
Product Type Black Olive Paste
Ingredients Black Olives
Flavor Deep · Earthy · Savory
Size 210g / 7.4 oz
Packaging Glass jar

Allergen information: May contain olive pit fragments and traces of nuts.

Storage: Once opened, keep refrigerated.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is black olive paste?

Black olive paste is a smooth spread made by blending black olives into a savory paste. It can be used as a spread, dip, condiment or cooking ingredient.

What is Souri olive paste?

Souri olive paste is made from Souri olives, a traditional olive variety from Lebanon. Zejd Black Olive Paste uses naturally brined Souri black olives.

What does black olive paste taste like?

Black olive paste has a deep, earthy and savory olive flavor with a rich, lingering finish.

What can I use black olive paste for?

Use it as a spread on bread and crackers, in sandwiches and wraps, as a dip, or in pasta, pizza, sauces and dressings.

Is black olive paste the same as tapenade?

Black olive paste and black olive tapenade are similar olive-based spreads, but tapenade often contains additional ingredients such as capers, herbs or other seasonings. Zejd Black Olive Paste is made with black olives only.

Is Zejd Black Olive Paste made in Lebanon?

Yes. Zejd Black Olive Paste is made from Souri black olives grown in Lebanon.

What are the ingredients in Zejd Black Olive Paste?

The ingredient is black olives.

How should black olive paste be stored?

Once opened, keep refrigerated.