LEMON-HERB OLIVES WITH GOAT CHEESE

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Greek olives have a fruity flavor that comes into play when you mix them with lemon and fresh herbs. Spoon over goat cheese and slather on crackers. -Jeanne Ambrose, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh oregano or rosemary
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup assorted pitted Greek olives
1 package (5.3 ounces) fresh goat cheese
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, combine the first 5 ingredients; heat over medium heat just until fragrant, 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in olives; heat through, allowing flavors to blend. Cool completely., To serve, place cheese on a serving plate. Stir basil into olive mixture; spoon over cheese. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 285mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

mukalazi Brian
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These olives are delicious! I love the combination of flavors. The lemon and herbs give them a bright and refreshing taste, while the goat cheese adds a creamy and tangy touch.


Tertia Wagner
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I've made this recipe a few times now and it's always a hit. The olives are perfectly briny and the goat cheese adds a nice touch of creaminess. I love serving these olives at parties or as a snack.


Nishant Oli
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These olives are amazing! They're so flavorful and the goat cheese adds a nice touch of creaminess. I highly recommend this recipe.


PewDiePie Fan#1
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my friends and family.


Shama shah Shama shah
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These olives are really good! They're perfect for a party or a snack. I'll definitely be making them again.


Jonathan Ferdinand
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I've tried many recipes for lemon herb olives, but this one is by far the best. The olives are perfectly briny and flavorful, and the goat cheese adds a nice touch of creaminess. I highly recommend this recipe!


Malik Tauseeq official
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These olives are delicious! I love the combination of flavors. The lemon and herbs give them a bright and refreshing taste, while the goat cheese adds a creamy and tangy touch.


Djdjk
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I was a little hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of olives, but I'm glad I did! The olives are actually really good in this dish. They're not too briny and the goat cheese helps to balance out the flavor.


Ryan Rajeev
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The olives are so flavorful and the goat cheese adds a nice touch of creaminess.


Kuntaa Christopher
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These olives are amazing! I made them for a party and they were gone in minutes. Everyone loved them.


Alen Belfer
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I love this recipe! It's so simple, yet so flavorful. The olives are perfectly briny and the goat cheese is creamy and tangy. I highly recommend it.


sagar jaan
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These lemon herb olives with goat cheese were a hit at my last party! They're so easy to make and they look so elegant. I'll definitely be making them again.