Braised Olives in Tomato Sauce
Dive into vibrant Mediterranean flavors with this recipe for Braised Olives in Tomato Sauce, a rich and hearty dish that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Briny kalamata and green olives are gently simmered in a fragrant tomato sauce infused with garlic, onion, white wine, and vegetable broth, creating a perfect balance of savory and tangy notes. Enhanced with the warmth of dried oregano and a hint of spice from crushed red pepper flakes, this dish is the epitome of rustic comfort food. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s ideal as a flavorful appetizer with crusty bread, a topping for al dente pasta, or a complementary side to grilled proteins. Garnished with fresh parsley, this dish will transport your taste buds straight to the Mediterranean coast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 14 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup kalamata olives, pitted
- 1 cup green olives, pitted
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.5 cup white wine
- 0.5 cup vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- salt, to taste
- freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until soft and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, being careful not to let it burn.
Pour in the white wine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the alcohol to evaporate.
Add the canned crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, dried oregano, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low.
Stir in the kalamata and green olives, ensuring they are well-coated in the sauce.
Cover the skillet and let the mixture braise for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Taste the sauce and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper as needed.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve warm with crusty bread, over pasta, or as an accompaniment to grilled protein.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1071 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.4 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.0 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 6174 mg | 268% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.5 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.3 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.2 g | ||
| Protein | 12.5 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 355 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 2063 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
