Marinated Balsamic Olives
Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Marinated Balsamic Olives—a vibrant medley of green and black olives infused with the bold flavors of balsamic vinegar, garlic, and fresh herbs. This easy, no-cook recipe comes together in just 10 minutes of prep time, making it perfect for entertaining or everyday snacking. A hint of crushed red pepper adds a subtle kick, while lemon zest brightens the marinade beautifully. Allow the olives to marinate for at least 2 hours (or better yet, overnight) for a flavor-packed bite that pairs perfectly with cheese, charcuterie, or crusty bread. This simple yet elegant dish is your go-to for effortless entertaining or a sophisticated snack.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Mixed olives (green and black, pitted or unpitted)
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 lemon Zest of 1 lemon
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, crushed red pepper flakes, lemon zest, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
Whisk the ingredients together until the marinade is well blended.
Add the mixed olives to the bowl and toss them gently to coat evenly with the marinade.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the olives to an airtight container.
Refrigerate the marinated olives for at least 2 hours, but ideally for 24 hours, to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, bring the olives to room temperature for about 15-20 minutes.
Transfer the marinated olives to a serving dish and drizzle some of the marinade over the top for extra flavor.
Enjoy as an appetizer, snack, or accompaniment to cheese and charcuterie boards.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1037 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.3 g | 135% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.5 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4228 mg | 184% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.3 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.0 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.3 g | ||
| Protein | 4.0 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 359 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 282 mg | 6% | |
*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.
