Herb & Garlic Marinated Olives

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Herb & Garlic Marinated Olives

This recipe produces marinated olives soaked in olive oil infused with garlic, fresh thyme, oregano, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. The olives become flavored with the herbs and mild heat from the pepper flakes over 1 to 3 days in the refrigerator, creating a savory, aromatic snack or appetizer.

Description

The Herb & Garlic Marinated Olives recipe starts with a mix of pitted olives rinsed and drained. These olives are combined with olive oil, minced garlic, fresh thyme and oregano sprigs, and crushed red pepper flakes. The mixture is stirred to coat the olives thoroughly, then covered and refrigerated for at least one day and up to three. This marination allows the herbs and garlic to impart flavor to the olives, softening and enriching their natural taste.

The finished olives have a savory, herbaceous profile highlighted by the fresh garlic and thyme. The olive oil acts as a flavorful medium, while the subtle heat from the red pepper flakes adds complexity. This preparation method enhances the olives without overpowering their natural character.

These marinated olives can be served chilled or at room temperature. They make an appealing appetizer or addition to antipasto platters and salads. Their herb and garlic infusion suits Mediterranean-style menus and casual snacking occasions.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 12 oz olive mix of colors and varieties, pitted
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 1- inch thyme pieces of fresh sprigs
  • 2 1- inch oregano pieces of fresh sprigs
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes crushed

Instructions

  1. Drain olives and rinse thoroughly in a colander. Place rinsed olives in a large bowl. Add olive oil, garlic, thyme, oregano and red pepper flakes to the bowl. Stir to combine and cover with a lid or plastic wrap. Refrigerate olive mixture for 1 to 3 days before eating.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 182kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Fat 20g (31%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Sodium 663mg (28%) Potassium 17mg (0%) Fiber 1g (4%) Vitamin A 185IU (4%) Vitamin C 0.2mg (0%) Calcium 23mg (2%) Iron 0.3mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8-10 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 182 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 182kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Fat 20g 31%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 663mg 28%
Potassium 17mg 0%
Fiber 1g 4%
Vitamin A 185IU 4%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 0%
Calcium 23mg 2%
Iron 0.3mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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