Garlic Marinated Olives
Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Garlic Marinated Olives, a simple yet flavor-packed recipe perfect for entertaining or everyday snacking. This dish combines a vibrant mix of green and black olives gently infused with the warm, aromatic essence of extra virgin olive oil, fresh garlic, and a medley of herbs including rosemary and thyme. A hint of red chili flakes adds a subtle kick, while lemon zest brightens the flavors for a truly gourmet touch. Ready in just minutes and best enjoyed after a few hours of marination, this easy olive marinade is a show-stopping addition to any charcuterie board or dinner party spread. Whether served alongside crusty bread or paired with wine, these marinated olives are the ultimate crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Mixed olives (green and black, pitted or unpitted)
- 0.5 cups Extra virgin olive oil
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 2 sprigs Fresh rosemary sprigs
- 2 sprigs Fresh thyme sprigs
- 0.5 teaspoons Red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the olives under cold water if they are overly briny, then drain thoroughly.
In a medium saucepan, add the olive oil and sliced garlic. Cook over low heat for about 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the garlic becomes fragrant but does not brown.
Add the rosemary sprigs, thyme sprigs, red chili flakes, lemon zest, black pepper, and salt (if using) to the saucepan. Stir gently to combine and heat for another 1–2 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the oil mixture to cool slightly for 5–10 minutes.
Place the olives in a large mixing bowl or jar. Pour the warm oil mixture over the olives, making sure they are fully coated in the marinade.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or seal the jar with a lid. Marinate the olives in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, bring the olives to room temperature to enhance their flavor. Serve as an appetizer or snack, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1612 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 175.2 g | 225% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.5 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4182 mg | 182% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.7 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.2 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 4.1 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 348 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 225 mg | 5% | |
*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.
