Warm Olives Marinated in Citrus and Herbs

A simple and aromatic tapas recipe featuring warm olives infused with the bright flavors of citrus zest, fragrant herbs, and rich olive oil. Perfect for snacking or as a flavorful appetizer.

Prep Time

10 minutes

Total Time

30 minutes

Calories

265

Level

Easy

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£1.04

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Ingredients

Servings

1cupMixed Olives (Kalamata, Green, Cerignola)(Pitted)

£2.50

0.3cupExtra Virgin Olive Oil(Good quality)

£0.75

1teaspoonOrange Zest(From about 1/2 orange)

£0.10

1teaspoonLemon Zest(From about 1/2 lemon)

£0.10

1sprigFresh Rosemary(Coarsely chopped)

£0.30

1teaspoonFresh Thyme(Leaves only, roughly chopped)

£0.25

1cloveGarlic(Thinly sliced)

£0.10

0.3teaspoonRed Pepper Flakes(Optional, for a little heat)

£0.05

To tasteN/ASea Salt(Coarse salt recommended)

To tasteN/ABlack Pepper(Freshly ground)

Total Cost

£4.15

£1.04 per serving

The Method

1
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a small oven-safe dish or skillet, combine the olives, olive oil, orange zest, lemon zest, rosemary, thyme, garlic, and red pepper flakes (if using).
3
Season with sea salt and black pepper to taste.
4
Stir well to ensure the olives are evenly coated in the oil and herbs.
5
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the olives are warmed through and fragrant. The oil should be gently bubbling.
6
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. The flavors will continue to meld as they sit.
7
Serve warm with crusty bread for dipping.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (70g)

265 kcal / 1109 kJ

Carbs

2% of RDA

Fat

26g

37% of RDA

Protein

1.5g

3% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

2 g

7% of RDA

Sugar

1 g

1% of RDA

Sodium

750 mg

33% of RDA

Saturated Fat

4 g

20% of RDA

Chef's Tips

Feel free to experiment with different herbs, such as oregano or bay leaf, to customize the flavor profile.

For a deeper flavor, you can gently bruise the olives with the side of a knife before marinating.

The marinated olives can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven before serving.

Don't discard the infused olive oil after the olives are gone! It's delicious drizzled over salads or used for cooking.

Cooking Equipment

Small Oven-Safe Dish or Skillet

Oven

Citrus Zester

Wine Pairings

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Chef's Tips

Feel free to experiment with different herbs, such as oregano or bay leaf, to customize the flavor profile.

For a deeper flavor, you can gently bruise the olives with the side of a knife before marinating.

The marinated olives can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven before serving.

Don't discard the infused olive oil after the olives are gone! It's delicious drizzled over salads or used for cooking.

Warm Olives Marinated in Citrus and Herbs

Ingredients

The Method