Best 6 Olive Marinate Recipes

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**Olive Marinate: A Journey of Flavor Explorations**

Olives, with their distinctive briny and savory taste, offer a culinary canvas for a symphony of flavors. Our collection of olive marinade recipes takes you on a culinary adventure, transforming these delectable orbs into taste sensations that will tantalize your palate. From classic Mediterranean marinades infused with herbs and citrus to exotic blends inspired by global cuisines, each recipe offers a unique journey of flavor exploration. Prepare to embark on a culinary voyage where olives take center stage, becoming the stars of salads, appetizers, and more. Discover how simple ingredients can create extraordinary taste experiences, elevating your meals to new heights of deliciousness.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

MARINATED OLIVES



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Our son often made these olives for holiday get-togethers. They are simple to make and add a little zest to the other offerings on the buffet table. -Marguerite Shaeffer, Sewell, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups large pimiento-stuffed olives, drained
1 cup pitted kalamata olives, drained
1 cup pitted medium ripe olives, drained
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
4 garlic cloves, slivered
Pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place olives in a bowl. Combine the remaining ingredients; pour over olives and stir. Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 days before serving, stirring several times each day. , Olives may be refrigerated for 2 weeks. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 572mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

WARM MARINATED OLIVES



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups large green olives with pits, such as Cerignola (11 ounces)
2 cups large black olives with pits, such as Kalamata (11 ounces)
Zest of 1 orange, peeled in large strips
4 large garlic cloves, smashed
2 teaspoons whole fennel seeds
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2/3 cup good olive oil
4 sprigs fresh thyme

Steps:

  • Drain the green and black olives from the brine or oil that they're packed in and place them in a medium bowl. Add the orange zest, garlic, fennel seeds, thyme leaves, red pepper flakes, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Pour the olive oil over the mixture, add the thyme sprigs and toss to combine.
  • Transfer the mixture, including the olive oil, to a medium (10-inch) sauté pan. Heat over medium heat until the oil begins to sizzle. Lower the heat and sauté for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the olives and garlic are heated through and fragrant. Serve warm right from the pan or transfer to a serving dish. Offer a small dish for the pits.

EASY MARINATED OLIVES WITH ROSEMARY, GARLIC & LEMON



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A delicious blend of Italian & Greek olives marinates in olive oil infused with fresh herbs, lemon & plenty of garlic. Making marinated olives at home couldn't be easier, and they're perfect for everyday snacking, holiday entertaining, all of your charcuterie & cheese board needs, or to offer as a showstopping hostess gift.

Provided by jess larson | plays well with butter

Categories     appetizer recipes

Time P2D

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound mixed olives, such as DeLallo Gigante Olives & DeLallo Jumbo Pitted Calamata Olives, drained & rinsed
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
2 sprigs rosemary
8-10 sprigs thyme
1 bay leaf
lemon rind from 1/2 lemon
optional: 1 teaspoon crushed red chili flakes
1 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Layer the olives, garlic, herbs, bay leaf, lemon rind, & chili flake in a 16-ounce jar (or 16-ounce airtight container of choice). Slowly pour the olive oil over top, just until the olives are submerged. Depending on the size of your olives, you may or may not need the full cup of olive oil.
  • Set the sealed jar in the refrigerator for at least 48 hours, or up to 1 week.
  • 2 hours before serving, remove the olives from the refrigerator to bring them to room temperature. Transfer to your favorite serving bowl. Enjoy them on their own, or serve along with crackers, charcuterie, or on a holiday cheese board. Enjoy!

MARINATED OLIVES



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"These olives can be eaten straight out of the jar, but I recommend warming them in the oven for a few minutes. The flavors get even better!" says Stephanie.

Provided by Stephanie Izard

Categories     appetizer

Time 55m

Yield 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 heads garlic, cloves separated and peeled
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt
Zest (in wide strips) and juice of 2 oranges
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
2 shallots, thinly sliced (about 1 cup)
1 Anaheim chile pepper, halved, seeded and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon fennel seeds
1 tablespoon coriander seeds
1 tablespoon yellow mustard seeds
1 1/2 teaspoons pink peppercorns
2 pounds assorted olives (such as Cerignola, Manzanilla and Arbequin

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Put the garlic cloves on a sheet of aluminum foil, drizzle with the olive oil and season with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Fold the foil over to create a sealed pouch and roast the garlic until the cloves are lightly browned and very tender, 30 to 45 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring the orange juice, sugar and sherry vinegar to a boil in a small nonreactive saucepan. Stir in the shallots and sliced chile pepper, return to a boil, then remove from the heat and allow to cool to room temperature.
  • Toast the fennel, coriander and mustard seeds and the peppercorns in a small sauté pan over medium heat for a few minutes, until lightly browned and very fragrant. Transfer the spices to a mortar and break up into smaller, coarsely ground pieces with a pestle.
  • Combine the roasted garlic and olives with the orange juice mixture, orange zest and spices in a medium bowl. Divide among jars. Marinate in the refrigerator at least overnight and up to 1 week.
  • To serve, transfer to an ovenproof serving dish and heat for about 10 minutes in a 300 degrees F oven.

MARINATED OLIVES



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These are inspired by Patricia Wells' "Chanteduc Rainbow Olive Collection" in her wonderful book "The Provence Cookbook." It is best to use olives that have not been pitted.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     easy, appetizer

Time 5m

Yield 2 cups, serving 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
5 bay leaves
2 large garlic cloves, peeled, green shoots removed, thinly sliced
Strips of rind from 1 lemon (preferably organic)
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
2 cups imported olives (black, green or a mix) (about 3/4 pound)

Steps:

  • Combine the olive oil, vinegar, bay leaves and garlic in a small saucepan and heat just until warm over low heat. Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon rind, thyme, rosemary and fennel seeds.
  • Place the olives in a wide mouthed jar and pour in the olive oil mixture. Shake the jar to coat the olives. Refrigerate for two hours or for up to two weeks. Shake the jar a few times a day to redistribute the seasonings.

OLIVE MARINATE



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Italian marinated olive appetizer from whats4eats.Olives are popular all around the Mediterranean coast. They make a great addition to any Spanish, Italian, North African, Greek or Provençal meal.If you like, you can use all green or all black olives.Marinated olives will stay fresh for 1-2 months if stored in the refrigerator.Update:made the greek one,it's Awesome! I know it's like reviewing one of my recipes,but we really liked this one.

Provided by littlemafia

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 5m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups cracked green olives
2 cups black olives
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons garlic, minced
herbs, and seasonings 1-2 t dried (see variations) or 1 tablespoon fresh herb

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl. Chill in the refrigerator for a few hours to let the flavors mingle.
  • Serve chilled or at room temperature as an appetizer or accompaniment to cocktails.
  • Variations.
  • French (Olives marinées): use black niçoise olives, thyme and a little lavender.
  • Greek: use black Kalamata olives and dried oregano and thyme.
  • Italian (Olive marinata): use chopped rosemary, thyme and peppercorns.
  • North African (Mslalla): use oil-cured black olives and substitute lemon juice for the red wine vinegar. Stir in cumin seeds, coriander seeds, lemon and orange zest and crushed red pepper.
  • Spanish (Aceitunas aliñadas): use paprika, cumin seeds and peppercorns.
  • Here is a list of the most popular herbs and seasonings mixed with marinated olives. Mix and match to suit your own taste:Bay leaves,Cardamom seed,Cracked black pepper,Crushed red pepper,Cumin seed,Fennel seed,Lavender,Lemon, lime or orange zest,Oregano,Paprika,Rosemary,Sun-dried tomatoes,Thyme.

Tips:

  • Choose the right olives. The best olives to use for marinating are firm and slightly green. Avoid olives that are too ripe or soft, as they will not hold up well in the marinade.
  • Use a variety of herbs and spices. The type of herbs and spices you use will depend on your personal preferences. Some popular options include oregano, thyme, rosemary, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
  • Use a good quality olive oil. The olive oil you use will play a big role in the flavor of the marinated olives. Choose a high-quality extra virgin olive oil that has a fruity or peppery flavor.
  • Let the olives marinate for at least 24 hours. The longer the olives marinate, the more flavorful they will be. If you are short on time, you can marinate the olives for as little as 12 hours, but the flavor will not be as developed.
  • Serve the olives at room temperature. Marinated olives are best served at room temperature. This allows the flavors of the marinade to fully develop.

Conclusion:

Marinated olives are a delicious and versatile snack or appetizer. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal preferences. With a variety of herbs, spices, and oils to choose from, the possibilities are endless. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful snack, give marinated olives a try. You won't be disappointed!

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