Pork Free Cilantro-Lime Marinated Olives
Briny, citrusy, and deeply aromatic, these marinated olives are the kind of snack that disappears fast at any gathering. A warm bath of extra-virgin olive oil, sliced garlic, fresh ginger, and ground turmeric does all the heavy lifting, infusing the olives with layers of flavor that taste far more complex than the effort involved. A hit of lime zest and juice cuts through the richness, while torn cilantro leaves bring a bright, herby finish that makes the whole jar feel alive. Because every ingredient here is straightforwardly plant-based and free of any pork-derived additives, there's no label-scanning required — just good, clean pantry staples. Store-bought marinated olives can be a gamble when it comes to undisclosed flavorings or processing aids, so making your own puts you fully in control. The one-hour marinating window is the hardest part, and even that's mostly just waiting while your kitchen fills with an incredible scent. Serve them straight from the jar at room temperature alongside crusty bread or a cheese board and watch them vanish.
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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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