These Greek-style warm marinated olives, infused with garlic, lemon, and herbs, are a real treat. They're ready in just 15 minutes, super simple to make, and full of flavor. Perfect for a party, as part of a tapas board, or just for snacking.
The olives become soft on the inside, with a little bite on the outside. The warm oil, infused with garlic, lemon, and herbs, gives them a taste that feels like a little holiday in Greece. They look great on the table, and they taste even better.
Homemade Herb Oil Marinated Olives - Perfect for Tapas or Snacking
I make this recipe a lot-especially when we have friends or family over. It's easy, it looks nice, and it's always gone quickly.
The first time I made it, I had some leftover olives and herbs and wanted to try something new. I heated everything gently in oil, added some garlic and lemon, and let the olives absorb it all. It turned out so well that now I keep this recipe on repeat.
It reminds me of sunny holidays and relaxed dinners. Just a small bowl on the table, and it already feels festive. Now it's part of our family favorites-and maybe soon part of yours too.
Top Tip
Use seedless olives. They are easier to eat and soak up more flavor.
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📖 Recipe
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Ingredients
- 2¼ cup olive oil
- 3 sprigs fresh oregano
- 2 cloves garlic
- ¼ red chili pepper, seeds removed
- 1 lemon peel, about 1 inch (2 cm)
- 1 cup black olives
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Instructions
- Pour the olive oil into a small saucepan.2¼ cup olive oil
- Add the oregano, garlic, chili pepper, and lemon peel.3 sprigs fresh oregano, 2 cloves garlic, ¼ red chili pepper, 1 lemon peel
- Heat it gently until it just starts to boil. Let it bubble for one more minute.
- Put the olives in a clean glass jar with a lid.1 cup black olives
- Carefully pour the warm oil and herbs over the olives.
- Place the lid loosely on the jar and let it cool to room temperature.
- When it's cooled down, close the lid tightly.
- Let the olives marinate for at least 8 hours before serving.
Notes
- Keep the jar in a cool, dry place. Use within one week for optimal flavor.
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