Lemon Olive Tapas

Bursting with Mediterranean flair, this quick and easy Lemon Olive Tapas recipe is the perfect appetizer for any occasion. Featuring a medley of briny olives—like Kalamata, green, or black—tossed in a bright, tangy dressing of fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and extra virgin olive oil, this dish is as refreshing as it is delicious. Aromatic garlic, fresh parsley, thyme, and a hint of crushed red pepper flakes add layers of flavor, making each bite irresistible. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, it’s an effortless yet elegant addition to a tapas spread or charcuterie board. Serve these marinated olives at room temperature to let the citrusy and herby notes shine, or chill them for a cool, zesty treat. Perfect for fans of Mediterranean appetizers, this versatile dish is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Mixed olives (Kalamata, green, or black)
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 0 Salt, to taste
• 0 Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the mixed olives under cold running water to remove excess brine. Drain them well and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, and minced garlic. Mix well to create a citrusy dressing.

Step 3

Add the rinsed and drained olives to the bowl and toss them in the dressing until evenly coated.

Step 4

Sprinkle the chopped parsley, fresh thyme leaves, and crushed red pepper flakes over the mixture. Stir gently to distribute the herbs and spices.

Step 5

Taste the olives and add salt and freshly ground black pepper as needed. Keep in mind that olives are naturally salty, so use salt sparingly.

Step 6

Let the olives marinate for at least 10 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to meld. For a more intense flavor, refrigerate for 1-2 hours and serve chilled.

Step 7

Transfer the Lemon Olive Tapas to a serving dish and enjoy as a vibrant appetizer or part of a tapas spread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(278.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	450.6

Total Fat 45.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2203.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 19.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.9g	0%
Total Sugars 0.5g
Protein 2.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 185.1mg	0%
Iron 3.7mg	0%
Potassium 242.8mg	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: 82.6%

Protein: 1.7%

Carbs: 15.7%