Elevate your appetizer game with these Whole30 Lemon Herb Marinated Olives, a quick and flavorful snack that's perfect for entertaining or meal prep! This no-cook recipe combines briny mixed olives with a tangy blend of fresh lemon zest and juice, fragrant herbs like rosemary and thyme, and a hint of garlic for a savory punch. A touch of red pepper flakes adds subtle heat, while extra virgin olive oil ties it all together. Ready in just 10 minutes of prep and enhanced by marinating, these olives deliver bold, zesty flavors that are both Whole30-compliant and irresistibly delicious. Serve them as a crowd-pleasing starter, or toss them into salads for a bright Mediterranean-inspired twist!
In a large mixing bowl, combine the 2 cups of mixed olives with 1 tablespoon of lemon zest.
Add 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice and 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil to the bowl.
Add 1 teaspoon of freshly chopped rosemary and 1 teaspoon of thyme leaves into the olive mixture.
Introduce 2 minced garlic cloves to the bowl, stirring to incorporate.
Sprinkle in 0.5 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
Season with 0.5 teaspoon of sea salt and 0.25 teaspoon of ground black pepper.
Toss everything together until the olives are well coated with the marinade.
Transfer the marinated olives to a jar or sealable container for optimal flavor absorption.
Allow the olives to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, before serving.
Serve the olives as an appetizer or add them to salads for a Whole30-friendly, zesty touch.
Calories |
1064 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 110.0 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.5 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 7952 mg | 346% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.9 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.7 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 287 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 89 mg | 2% | |
*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.