Marinated Olives with Lemon and Fresh Herbs
Transform your next appetizer spread with these irresistible marinated olives with lemon and fresh herbs—a vibrant, Mediterranean-inspired dish that’s perfect for casual gatherings or elegant charcuterie boards. Featuring a tantalizing mix of green and black olives, this recipe infuses layers of flavor with the zest and juice of bright, citrusy lemon, aromatic rosemary, earthy thyme, and a kick of red pepper flakes. Gently warmed in extra-virgin olive oil with smashed garlic, these olives soak up a luscious, herbaceous marinade that deepens overnight for maximum flavor. Quick to prepare with minimal effort, this savory delight is a sure crowd-pleaser that elevates any meal or snack table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Mixed olives (green and black, pitted or unpitted)
- 0.5 cups Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 Lemon (zested and juiced)
- 2 Fresh rosemary sprigs
- 3 Fresh thyme sprigs
- 3 Garlic cloves (smashed)
- 0.5 teaspoons Red pepper flakes
- 0.25 teaspoons Coarse sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
Rinse the olives under cold water to remove any excess brine. Drain thoroughly and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the olive oil, smashed garlic cloves, rosemary sprigs, thyme sprigs, and red pepper flakes. Warm gently for about 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oil becomes fragrant but does not simmer or smoke.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the lemon zest, lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper to the oil mixture. Stir well to combine.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the olives with the warm oil and herb mixture. Toss gently to ensure the olives are evenly coated.
Transfer the marinated olives and any remaining oil mixture into an airtight glass jar or container. Allow the olives to marinate for at least 2 hours at room temperature for the flavors to meld together. For best results, refrigerate overnight.
Bring the olives to room temperature before serving. Serve them in a small bowl alongside toothpicks or as part of a charcuterie board.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1718 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 182.6 g | 234% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.9 g | 130% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4119 mg | 179% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.4 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.4 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 4.6 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 352 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 306 mg | 7% | |
*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.
