Marinated Olives

Enjoy a delightful addition to your next Mediterranean meal with these marinated olives. These delicious olives, infused with herbs and a hint of spice, make a fantastic appetizer or a companion to a charcuterie board. Preparing this dish is straightforward and requires only a few minutes of active preparation. Allow the olives to marinate and absorb the rich flavors of garlic, rosemary, and a zesty hint of lemon, which combine to create an appetizing treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

• 2 cups mixed olives, pitted
• 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Instructions

1. Combine olives, garlic, rosemary, and red pepper flakes in a medium bowl.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, lemon zest, and black pepper until well blended.
3. Pour the marinade over the olives and gently toss to ensure all olives are evenly coated.
4. Cover the bowl and refrigerate to marinate for at least 2 hours, or overnight to enhance the flavors.
5. Serve the olives chilled or at room temperature, using a slotted spoon for serving to drain excess oil.

Keywords: Snack, Easy, Entertaining, Garlic, Rosemary

Spice Rack: Garlic, Rosemary, Red Pepper Flakes, Black Pepper

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