Italian Olive Salad

Discover the bold, briny flavors of this Italian Olive Salad, a vibrant medley of chopped green and Kalamata olives, roasted red peppers, celery, and red onion, perfectly balanced with fresh parsley, basil, and capers. Dressed in a zesty blend of extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, and aromatic herbs like oregano, this no-cook recipe is ready in just 20 minutes and perfect for meal prepping. Whether served chilled as a standalone side dish, spread over toasted bread, or layered into sandwiches, this salad is a true celebration of classic Italian flavors. Delicious, versatile, and packed with Mediterranean flair, it’s a must-try for lovers of savory, tangy dishes!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup pitted green olives
• 1 cup pitted Kalamata olives
• 1 cup roasted red bell peppers
• 1 stalk celery
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 2 tablespoons capers
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1.5 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic
• 0.5 teaspoons dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Dice the pitted green olives and Kalamata olives into small, bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Finely chop the roasted red bell peppers and add them to the bowl with the olives.

Step 3

Cut the celery stalk into thin slices and add it to the bowl.

Step 4

Finely dice the red onion and add it to the other ingredients in the bowl.

Step 5

Roughly chop the fresh parsley and basil and toss them into the bowl for freshness and flavor.

Step 6

Add the capers to the mixture, stirring everything gently to combine.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, dried oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the olive mixture and stir thoroughly to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 9

Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more black pepper or a splash of vinegar for extra tang.

Step 10

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the flavors meld by refrigerating for at least 1 hour before serving.

Step 11

Serve chilled or at room temperature as a standalone salad, on toasted bread, or as a sandwich topping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	701.6 grams (701.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1141

Total Fat 108.00g	138%
Saturated Fat 16.80g	84%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6314mg	275%
Total Carbohydrate 44.10g	16%
Dietary Fiber 17.00g	61%
Total Sugars 13.20g
Protein 7.10g	14%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 235mg	18%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 748mg	16%

*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: 2.4%

Carbs: 15.0%