Snack / Mediterranean
Warm Marinated Olives
Olives warm gently in olive oil with garlic, citrus zest and rosemary. Serve with their fragrant oil for a simple shared-table snack.
By Vegetarian Recipes Kitchen · Updated

- Prep
- 10 minutes
- Cook
- 5 minutes
- Total
- 15 minutes
- Serves
- 6
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Warm olive oil, garlic, citrus zest, rosemary and chili in a small saucepan over low heat for 2 minutes.
Add olives and warm gently for 3 minutes without frying.

Remove from the heat and let stand for 5 minutes.

Transfer to a serving bowl with the fragrant oil.
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A little kitchen know-how
- Keep the heat low so garlic infuses the oil without burning.
Make it yours & keep it well
Replace rosemary with thyme for a softer herbal flavor.
Storage: Refrigerate for up to 3 days; warm gently before serving.
Estimated nutrition per serving
160 kcal
Approximate figures; brands, portions and substitutions change the result.
Good things to know
How should I store leftovers?
Refrigerate for up to 3 days; warm gently before serving.
Can I adapt this plant-based recipe?
Replace rosemary with thyme for a softer herbal flavor.
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