The Best Ever Garlicky Marinated Olives with Citrus + Rosemary
These marinated olives are the perfect make-ahead appetizer or snack to have on hand. With garlic, rosemary, and a touch of citrus, they're as vibrant as they are flavorful. Whether you're hosting friends or just need a snack while watching Netflix, these olives are versatile and delicious. Plus, they make great additions to pizzas, salads, and charcuterie boards.
Equipment
- Small Saucepan
Ingredients
- 2 cups California ripe black and/or green olives drained
- 1/2 cup California olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic smashed
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 1-2 dried chiles or one fresh chile, sliced
- 1 bay leaf
- A couple cracks of black pepper
- Pinch of flaky sea salt
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil: In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, warm the olive oil gently. You don’t want it to get too hot or smoke—just warm enough to release the aromatics.
- Add the flavorings: Toss in the smashed garlic, citrus zest, rosemary, dried chiles, bay leaf, and red pepper flakes. Let them hang out in the warm oil for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. The goal is to infuse the oil with all that flavor without burning the garlic (nobody likes burnt garlic—trust me).
- Combine with the olives: In a bowl, pour the warm, herby oil over your olives. Give it a gentle toss, making sure all those briny beauties are coated in the glorious, garlicky oil.
- Marinate: Let the olives sit and marinate for at least 1 hour at room temperature. If you can stand to wait longer (up to 24 hours), the flavors will deepen and get even better. Store them in a glass jar or airtight container for up to a week.
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Nutrition
Serving: 1portionCalories: 171kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 0.5gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gSodium: 527mgPotassium: 22mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 151IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 21mgIron: 0.3mg
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