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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.

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Prep
10 minutes
Cook
5 minutes
Total
15 minutes
Serves
6

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Let's cook

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  1. Warm olive oil, garlic, citrus zest, rosemary and chili in a small saucepan over low heat for 2 minutes.

  2. Add olives and warm gently for 3 minutes without frying.

    Warm Marinated Olives: Add olives and warm gently for 3 minutes without frying
  3. Remove from the heat and let stand for 5 minutes.

    Warm Marinated Olives: Remove from the heat and let stand for 5 minutes
  4. 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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