Marinated Olives
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
2 mins
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Total Time
2 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
160 kcal
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Marinated Olives
Description
This recipe for Marinated Olives uses a combination of pitted green and kalamata olives mixed with marinated garlic, providing a robust base of flavor. Freshly chopped cilantro adds herbal brightness, while a small amount of red chili pepper introduces gentle heat. Extra virgin olive oil and lime juice contribute richness and acidity, balancing the flavors. By refrigerating the olives after mixing, the ingredients meld, allowing the citrus and spices to penetrate the olives for a more nuanced taste.
The olives can be served as an appetizer or part of a spread and make a convenient, flavorful snack. The use of pitted olives ensures ease of eating, and the fresh herbs and chili bring complexity to this simple preparation.
This marinate can be adjusted by adding skinned almonds to increase volume and provide additional texture. Choosing high-quality olive oil is important as its flavor impacts the final result. Marinated olives also make thoughtful gifts when jarred attractively.
Ingredients
- 100 g green olives pitted
- 60 g kalamata olives pitted
- 100 g garlic marinated
- 2 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
- 0.5 lime juice only
- 5 g cilantro finely chopped, fresh
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili pepper finely chopped
Instructions
- Put 100 g Green olives, 60 g Kalamata olives and 100 g Marinated garlic into a mixing bowl.
- Add 2 tablespoon Olive oil, juice of 0.5 Lime, 5 g Fresh coriander (cilantro) and 0.5 teaspoon Red chilli (if using).
- Mix well and refrigerate.
Notes
- Marinate olives in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours to enhance flavors.
- Skinned almonds can be added to bulk up the mix and add crunch.
- Use good quality extra virgin olive oil for noticeable flavor difference.
- Pitted olives are recommended for easier eating.
- The olives are already salty, so extra seasoning is usually unnecessary.
- Consider gifting by placing olives in a decorative jar with ribbon.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 160 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1portion | |
| Calories | 160kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Sodium | 647mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 34mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 252IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 25mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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