Garlic Olives
Transform your next appetizer spread with these irresistibly flavorful Garlic Olives, a Mediterranean-inspired delight that's quick, easy, and bursting with aromatic goodness. Featuring a luscious blend of mixed green and black olives, sautéed garlic slices, zesty lemon, and fresh rosemary and thyme, this recipe brings bold and bright flavors to life. Infused with extra virgin olive oil and a hint of optional crushed red pepper flakes for a subtle kick, these savory olives are gently warmed to perfection. Ready in just 15 minutes, Garlic Olives make an elegant appetizer, tapas plate addition, or snack that's best served warm or at room temperature. Perfect for entertaining or boosting your everyday snacking game, this versatile dish offers a balance of rich, herby, and citrusy notes that will leave your guests wanting more.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Mixed olives (green and black, pitted or unpitted)
- 4 Garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 Fresh rosemary sprig, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Place the mixed olives in a large bowl and rinse them under cold water to remove any excess brine. Drain well and set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
Lower the heat and stir in the lemon zest, rosemary, thyme, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for an additional 1 minute to infuse the oil with the herbs and spices.
Add the olives to the skillet and toss to combine, ensuring they are evenly coated in the garlic and herb mixture.
Cook the olives gently for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until warmed through and infused with flavor.
Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Transfer the garlic olives to a serving bowl. Serve warm or at room temperature as a delicious appetizer or snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
196 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.1 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.0 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 606 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.7 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 59 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 59 mg | 1% | |
*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.
