Gluten Free Citrus & Herb Marinated Olives
These marinated olives are the kind of appetizer that makes guests think you spent way more effort than you actually did. Warm olive oil carries the fragrance of fresh rosemary and thyme through the whole dish, while orange and lemon zest add a bright, citrusy lift that keeps every bite interesting. A pinch of turmeric and ground ginger give the marinade a subtle, earthy warmth that you won't find in anything from a jar at the grocery store. The whole thing comes together in one small saucepan, and that final splash of fresh orange juice stirred in off the heat ties everything together beautifully. Since every ingredient here is naturally free of gluten — whole olives, fresh herbs, citrus, and spices — there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden additives. Letting the olives rest in that infused oil before serving is the move that really deepens the flavor, so try not to rush it. Serve them alongside cheese, crusty bread for others at the table, or just on their own — they disappear fast either way.
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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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