Spiced Olives

Elevate your appetizer game with these flavorful Spiced Olives, a quick and irresistible dish that brings Mediterranean flair to your table. Perfectly blending green and black olives with aromatic herbs like rosemary and thyme, zesty orange peel, and an invigorating mix of bold spices—fennel seeds, cumin, and coriander—this recipe is a symphony of vibrant flavors. A gentle sauté in olive oil infuses the olives with warmth, while hints of garlic and a bright splash of lemon juice add depth and zing. Ready in just 15 minutes, these spiced olives are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, whether served on their own or paired with crusty bread and creamy cheese. Ideal for tapas nights, holiday gatherings, or a gourmet snack, this Mediterranean-inspired recipe promises to tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 300 grams Mixed olives (green and black)
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• 1 sprig Rosemary sprigs
• 2 sprigs Thyme sprigs
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Fennel seeds
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the orange zest, sliced garlic, rosemary, thyme, and bay leaf to the skillet. Stir for about 1 minute to release their aroma.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and add the crushed red pepper flakes, ground cumin, ground coriander, and fennel seeds. Stir well to combine and cook for another 1 minute.

Step 5

Add the drained olives to the skillet and toss them in the spiced oil mixture to coat evenly.

Step 6

Pour in the lemon juice, sprinkle with salt and black pepper, and toss again to ensure all the flavors are distributed.

Step 7

Allow the olives to warm through for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Do not overheat, as the olives can lose their texture.

Step 8

Remove from the heat and transfer the spiced olives to a bowl. Let them cool to room temperature before serving, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Serve as is or alongside crusty bread and cheese for a complete appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(377.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	811.6

Total Fat 82.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2897.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 27.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.6g	0%
Total Sugars 0.6g
Protein 3.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 261.3mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 231.5mg	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: 86.0%

Protein: 1.5%

Carbs: 12.5%