Description
A simple and flavorful Spanish tapas recipe featuring green and black olives marinated with fresh herbs, garlic, and citrus. This easy no-cook dish is perfect for snacking or serving as an appetizer and delivers bright, aromatic notes with every bite.
Ingredients
Olives
- 2 cups mixed olives (green and black)
Marinade
- 2 cloves garlic, sliced
- Zest of 1 orange or lemon
- 1 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary
- ¼ cup olive oil
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a clean jar or bowl, add 2 cups mixed olives, sliced garlic cloves, citrus zest, fresh thyme or rosemary, and olive oil. Mix well to ensure all olives are coated with the marinade.
- Marinate: Cover the jar or bowl and let the olives marinate for at least 2 hours to develop flavor. For best results, refrigerate and marinate overnight to enhance the infusion of herbs and citrus.
- Serve: Allow the olives to come to room temperature before serving to fully appreciate the aromatic flavors of the marinade. Enjoy as a delicious appetizer or snack.
Notes
- Use pitted olives for easier eating and to avoid biting into pits.
- The marinated olives can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week, allowing the flavors to deepen over time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Spanish
