High Protein Lemon Herb Marinated Olives
Elevate your snacking game with these High Protein Lemon Herb Marinated Olives, a savory, aromatic dish that perfectly balances tangy citrus, fragrant herbs, and a protein-packed twist. This quick and easy recipe combines briny green and black olives with tender cubes of extra-firm tofu, all marinated in a zesty blend of lemon juice, fresh parsley, rosemary, thyme, and garlic. A hint of red pepper flakes adds a gentle kick, while a drizzle of olive oil ties it all together. With just 10 minutes of prep and a couple of hours to chill, this vibrant, Mediterranean-inspired snack or appetizer is bursting with bold flavors. Perfect for party platters, salads, or healthy munching, these marinated olives deliver a high-protein, plant-based addition to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Mixed olives (green and black, preferably pitted)
- 1 cup Extra firm tofu (drained and cubed)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme (chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, parsley, rosemary, thyme, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper, mixing well to create the marinade.
Gently fold in the mixed olives and cubed tofu, ensuring they are well coated with the herbed lemon marinade.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the mixture into an airtight container.
Refrigerate the marinated olives and tofu for at least 2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and enhance.
Before serving, bring the marinated olives to room temperature for about 20 minutes to enhance the flavor.
Serve as a delightful snack, appetizer, or addition to salads.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1258 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.6 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.8 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4850 mg | 211% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.9 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.8 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.7 g | ||
| Protein | 41.7 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1994 mg | 153% | |
| Iron | 13.9 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 894 mg | 19% | |
*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.
