Citrus Marinated Olives

Elevate your appetizer game with these vibrant and flavorful Citrus Marinated Olives, a crowd-pleasing recipe that’s as simple as it is delicious. This Mediterranean-inspired dish features a colorful blend of green and black olives infused with zesty orange and lemon, freshly sliced garlic, and aromatic sprigs of rosemary and thyme. A drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil, fresh citrus juices, and a pinch of red pepper flakes give these olives a tangy, slightly spicy kick. Perfect for entertaining, these olives require just 10 minutes of prep before marinating overnight to let the bold, bright flavors come together. Serve them as a savory snack, alongside a cheese and charcuterie board, or paired with crusty bread for an effortless yet elegant treat.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Mixed olives (variety of green and black)
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• 2 sprigs Fresh rosemary sprigs
• 2 sprigs Fresh thyme sprigs
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.5 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh orange juice
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon Sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and drain the olives, patting them dry with a paper towel to remove excess liquid.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the orange zest, lemon zest, and thinly sliced garlic.

Step 3

Add the rosemary sprigs, thyme sprigs, and crushed red pepper flakes to the bowl.

Step 4

Gently stir in the olive oil, orange juice, and lemon juice to create the marinade.

Step 5

Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, mixing everything together well.

Step 6

Add the olives to the bowl and toss thoroughly to coat them evenly with the marinade.

Step 7

Transfer the marinated olives, along with all the marinade, into a sealable container or jar.

Step 8

Refrigerate for at least 12 hours (overnight is best) to allow the flavors to meld together. Stir or shake the container occasionally to ensure the olives are evenly coated.

Step 9

Before serving, let the olives come to room temperature for about 15 minutes. Discard any woody herb stems before plating.

Step 10

Serve the marinated olives as an appetizer or snack, alongside bread, cheese, or charcuterie.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(673.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1732.7

Total Fat 182.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4215.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 28.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.5g	0%
Total Sugars 3.4g
Protein 4.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 372.4mg	0%
Iron 7.5mg	0%
Potassium 339.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 92.5%

Protein: 1.1%

Carbs: 6.5%