Pregnancy Friendly Citrus & Herb Marinated Olives
Briny, fragrant, and layered with warm spice, these marinated olives are the kind of snack that feels far more impressive than the effort involved. Gently warming the olives in olive oil with sliced garlic, fresh rosemary, and thyme coaxes out deep, savory flavor while keeping every ingredient straightforward and wholesome. The addition of orange and lemon zest brings a bright citrus lift, while ground turmeric and ginger add a subtle warmth that makes the whole bowl feel nourishing rather than just indulgent. A splash of fresh orange juice stirred in at the end ties everything together with a little sweetness and acidity. Because the olives are cooked through in the pan rather than served straight from a jar, you have full control over what goes into them — no mystery preservatives or additives to second-guess. Letting them rest for at least 30 minutes before serving is the real secret move; the infused oil soaks into every olive and the flavors genuinely bloom. Serve them as a snack, alongside a cheese board, or as a simple appetizer that looks like you put in way more effort than you actually did.
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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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