Paleo Lemon Herb Marinated Olives

Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistibly flavorful Paleo Lemon Herb Marinated Olives—a vibrant blend of Mediterranean-inspired ingredients that will delight your taste buds. This quick and easy recipe combines briny green and black olives with the bright zest of lemon, aromatic sprigs of rosemary and thyme, and a subtle kick of crushed red pepper flakes. Infused with extra virgin olive oil and gently crushed garlic, these olives are soaked to perfection, creating a savory, tangy snack packed with natural goodness. Ready in just 15 minutes (plus marinating time), they’re the ideal paleo-friendly addition to charcuterie boards, holiday spreads, or casual nibbling. Serve these perfectly marinated olives at room temperature for a truly bold and herbaceous flavor experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 500 grams Mixed olives (green and black, pitted)
• 1 whole Lemon
• 2 sprigs Fresh rosemary
• 2 sprigs Fresh thyme
• 4 whole Garlic cloves
• 120 ml Extra virgin olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the mixed olives under cold water and drain them well. Pat dry with a clean towel to remove excess moisture.

Step 2

Zest the lemon, careful to avoid the bitter white pith. Then, cut the lemon into thin slices.

Step 3

Peel and gently crush the garlic cloves using the side of a knife to release their flavors.

Step 4

In a medium-sized bowl, combine the olives, lemon zest, and sliced lemon.

Step 5

Add the crushed garlic, fresh rosemary, and fresh thyme to the bowl with the olives.

Step 6

Pour the extra virgin olive oil over the olive mixture, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 7

Sprinkle in the crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper, then gently toss the mixture to distribute the seasonings evenly.

Step 8

Transfer the marinated olives to a jar or an airtight container, ensuring the olives are submerged in the olive oil.

Step 9

Refrigerate the marinated olives for at least 4 hours, or ideally overnight, to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 10

Before serving, let the olives come to room temperature to fully enjoy their flavors. Serve as a Paleo-friendly snack or appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(697.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1668.2

Total Fat 178.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5018.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 44.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.4g	0%
Total Sugars 1.5g
Protein 5.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 382.2mg	0%
Iron 7.8mg	0%
Potassium 319.7mg	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: 89.1%

Protein: 1.1%

Carbs: 9.8%