Chicken Free Citrus & Herb Marinated Olives
These marinated olives are the kind of appetizer that disappears from the table before anyone even sits down. Warm olive oil infused with garlic, fresh rosemary, and thyme forms the deeply aromatic base, while orange and lemon zest bring a bright, citrusy lift that keeps every bite feeling fresh. A pinch of turmeric and ground ginger add a subtle warmth that makes the flavor profile feel a little unexpected and completely addictive. The whole thing comes together in one small saucepan in under ten minutes, then just needs a short rest to let all those flavors meld into something truly special. Naturally plant-based and built entirely from pantry staples and fresh herbs, there's nothing to swap or second-guess here — just good, honest ingredients doing exactly what they're supposed to do. Serve them alongside crusty bread, a cheese board, or just a glass of wine and good company.
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6 servings
- 2 cups mixed olives, pitted or unpitted
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp orange zest (from about ½ orange)
- 1 tsp lemon zest (from about ½ lemon)
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tbsp fresh orange juice
Instructions
- 1
Combine the olive oil, garlic, rosemary sprigs, and thyme sprigs in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook until the garlic is softened and just beginning to turn golden at the edges, about 4–5 minutes — watch closely, as the garlic can brown quickly.
- 2
Add the olives, orange zest, lemon zest, turmeric, ginger, and salt to the pan. Stir to coat the olives in the oil and spices, then cook until the olives are warmed through and fragrant, about 3–4 minutes.
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