Oats Free Cilantro-Lime Marinated Olives
These marinated olives are the kind of snack that makes a simple spread feel genuinely impressive. Briny mixed olives get bathed in a warm, fragrant oil infused with garlic, fresh ginger, turmeric, and lime zest — then finished with a splash of lime juice and torn cilantro for a bright, herby punch. The technique of gently warming the aromatics in olive oil before pouring it over the olives is a small step that makes a huge difference, coaxing out deep, layered flavor that tastes like it took far more effort than it did. For anyone navigating grain sensitivities, this recipe is naturally a safe bet — every single ingredient here is whole, fresh, or minimally processed, with zero hidden fillers or thickeners to worry about. Store-bought marinated olives can be surprisingly tricky to vet, but making your own means you know exactly what went into the jar. Let them sit for at least an hour and the transformation is remarkable — the oil turns golden and silky, and the olives soak up every bit of that citrusy, spiced goodness. Serve them alongside cheese, crusty bread, or straight from the jar with a toothpick and absolutely no apologies.
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6 servings
- 2 cups mixed olives, pitted or unpitted, drained
- ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp lime zest (from about 1 lime)
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly torn
- 1 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the olive oil, garlic, ginger, lime zest, turmeric, and salt in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Warm, stirring occasionally, until the garlic is fragrant and just beginning to turn golden at the edges, about 3–4 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
- 2
Place the drained olives in a jar or airtight container. Pour the warm oil mixture over the olives, then add the lime juice and cilantro (and parsley, if using). Stir gently to coat.
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