Italian Spiced Olives

Transform your appetizer game with these irresistible Italian Spiced Olives, a quick and flavorful recipe that brings the vibrant essence of Mediterranean cuisine to your table. Featuring a mix of green and black olives gently infused with extra virgin olive oil, zesty citrus peels, garlic, and aromatic herbs like rosemary, thyme, and oregano, this dish is elevated with a subtle kick from red chili flakes and a dash of black peppercorns. Ready in just 15 minutes, these marinated olives are perfect as a make-ahead snack or an elegant addition to charcuterie boards, antipasto platters, or a cozy wine night. Whether served alongside crusty bread or paired with cured meats and cheeses, these marinated olives are the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer bursting with bold Italian flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 300 g mixed green and black olives (pitted or whole)
• 60 ml extra virgin olive oil
• 1 lemon lemon zest
• 1 orange orange zest
• 2 cloves garlic cloves
• 1 sprig fresh rosemary sprig
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme sprigs
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 0.5 tsp dried red chili flakes
• 1 tsp black peppercorns
• 0.5 tsp sea salt

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the mixed olives under cold water to remove excess brine, then drain them thoroughly. Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel if needed.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, combine the olive oil, lemon zest, orange zest, garlic cloves (smashed but not minced), rosemary, thyme, dried oregano, red chili flakes, black peppercorns, and sea salt.

Step 3

Warm the mixture over low heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oil is fragrant. Do not let the oil or garlic burn; you just want to infuse the flavors.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the oil mixture cool slightly for 5 minutes.

Step 5

In a mixing bowl, add the olives and pour the warm, spiced oil mixture over them. Toss gently to ensure the olives are evenly coated with the herbs and spices.

Step 6

Transfer the marinated olives to a serving dish or an airtight container. If not serving immediately, let the olives marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to deepen.

Step 7

Bring the olives to room temperature before serving, and enjoy them as an appetizer or snack with crusty bread or alongside cured meats and cheeses.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	386.8 grams (386.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	911

Total Fat 96.30g	123%
Saturated Fat 14.00g	70%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3465mg	151%
Total Carbohydrate 27.90g	10%
Dietary Fiber 13.30g	48%
Total Sugars 0.40g
Protein 3.10g	6%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 260mg	20%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 213mg	5%

*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: 87.5%

Protein: 1.3%

Carbs: 11.3%