Marinated Black Olives Tapas

Transform your appetizer game with this vibrant and flavorful Marinated Black Olives Tapas recipe! Perfectly pitted (or whole) black olives are bathed in a warm, aromatic olive oil infusion featuring garlic, zesty orange and lemon peel, fragrant rosemary and thyme, and a subtle heat from crushed red pepper flakes. With just 10 minutes of prep, this no-fuss dish comes together quickly and marinates to perfection in the refrigerator, allowing the bold Mediterranean flavors to meld beautifully. Serve these olives as part of a tapas spread, alongside crusty bread, or as the ultimate cocktail party nibble. Whether you’re hosting or snacking solo, this easy, make-ahead recipe delivers a punch of flavor that’s both rustic and elegant.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams Black olives (pitted or whole, your choice)
• 60 milliliters Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon Fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.25 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

Step 1

1. Rinse the black olives under cold water to remove any brine residue, then drain and pat them dry with a paper towel.

Step 2

2. In a small skillet, heat the extra virgin olive oil over low heat. Add the sliced garlic and cook gently for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the garlic becomes fragrant and lightly golden. Be careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 3

3. Remove the skillet from the heat and let the oil cool slightly. Stir in the orange zest, lemon zest, rosemary, thyme, and crushed red pepper flakes.

Step 4

4. Place the black olives in a medium-sized bowl. Pour the warm infused olive oil mixture over the olives, making sure they are evenly coated.

Step 5

5. Sprinkle the olives with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Toss gently to combine.

Step 6

6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the olives to an airtight container. Let them marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight for maximum flavor.

Step 7

7. When ready to serve, allow the olives to come to room temperature for about 15 minutes. Transfer them to a serving dish, and enjoy as part of a tapas spread or with crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	375.2 grams (375.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	897

Total Fat 96.20g	123%
Saturated Fat 14.00g	70%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2450mg	107%
Total Carbohydrate 24.30g	9%
Dietary Fiber 11.50g	41%
Total Sugars 0.20g
Protein 2.60g	5%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 223mg	17%
Iron 7mg	36%
Potassium 255mg	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: 88.9%

Protein: 1.1%

Carbs: 10.0%