Conjuring an explosion of flavors in every bite, spiced olives with lemon and fennel are a Mediterranean dish that elevates the humble olive to a culinary masterpiece. Steeped in a marinade of piquant spices, aromatic herbs, and zesty citrus, these olives undergo a transformation, embodying a harmonious blend of salty, sour, sweet, and savory notes. Whether served as an appetizer, cocktail garnish, or incorporated into various culinary creations, these delectable morsels promise to tantalize taste buds and leave a lasting impression on your palate.
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WARMED SPICED OLIVES
A warm, richly spiced oil turns a bowl of mixed olives into elegant party fare.
Provided by Anna Stockwell
Categories Party Appetizer Olive Anniversary Cocktail Party Hors D'Oeuvre Picnic Sugar Conscious Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield 10-12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Toast fennel seeds in a large skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Add lemon zest, bay leaves, olives, oil, and Aleppo pepper and cook, stirring, until just warmed through, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve warm.
SPICED OLIVES
This recipe is best made a week in advance-they really reach perfection at 10 days. Double or triple this zippy recipe...you won't regret it!-Dean Schrock, Jacksonville, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 5m
Yield 1-1/2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Drain olives, discarding juice; return olives to the jar. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over olives; cover and refrigerate for 3-10 days, turning jar daily. Drain before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 38 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 317mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
CITRUS SPICED OLIVES
Lemon, lime and orange bring a burst of sunny citrus flavor to marinated olives that are great for nibbling on at holiday buffets. You can even blend the olives and spread the mixture onto baguette slices.-Ann Sheehy, Lawrence, Massachusetts
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 20m
Yield 4 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Add citrus zest and juices; whisk until blended. Add olives and toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 4 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 74 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 248mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.
LEMON FENNEL OLIVES
Provided by Nancy Harmon Jenkins
Categories easy, appetizer
Time 10m
Yield 2 1-pint jars
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Put a layer of olives in the bottom of a glass jar. Add several slices of lemon, fennel and garlic, and sprinkle with grains of pepper and some fennel seeds. Continue layering olives and flavorings until jar is full. Cover olives with oil and set aside to store in a cool dark place until ready to give or serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 522, UnsaturatedFat 36 grams, Carbohydrate 38 grams, Fat 44 grams, Fiber 17 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 2566 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams
MARINATED OLIVES WITH LEMON AND FRESH HERBS
Many grocery stores now carry bulk olives. I buy large bulk green olives, with pits, and dress them up with this flavor-packed marinade. It's a wonderful appetizer during the summer when fresh herbs are plentiful. Serve with wine and cheese for a wonderful summertime appetizer.
Provided by CookinDiva
Categories Low Protein
Time 10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a food processor or blender, mix all the herbs, garlic and lemon juice. Slowly add olive oil and blend. Add zest.
- Pour marinade over olives. They can be served immediately but will improve with a day to marinate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.2, Fat 8.5, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 523.4, Carbohydrate 2, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 0.3, Protein 0.4
SPICED OLIVES
Served warm these zesty olives make a great appetizer, perfect for a tapas party. Source: Dana McCauley "Pantry Raid" a recipe served in the Toronto restaurant, Pangaea.
Provided by Elly in Canada
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 12m
Yield 4 cups, 12-16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Over medium heat, warm oil in a large skillet.
- Add garlic and cook, stirring often, for 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Remove garlic and discard
- Add rosemary, thyme and hot pepper flakes.
- Cook, stirring often, for 2 minutes.
- Add olives, continue to stir and cook for only 2 or 3 minutes, just until until olives are warm.
- Stir in lemon peel.
- Serve and enjoy!
CITRUS & FENNEL MARINATED OLIVES
This simple tapas dish can be made well in advance - the longer they are left, the more flavour the olives will absorb
Provided by Lizzie Harris
Categories Buffet, Canapes, Snack, Starter
Time 15m
Yield Serves 4 as a snack
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat a large dry pan, add the fennel seeds and cook for 1-2 mins until fragrant. Add the citrus zests, bay leaves, rosemary and chillies, then cook for 30 secs more. Tip in the olives and add the olive oil. Mix well and cook for 1-2 mins, then turn off the heat and leave to cool in the pan before serving. Will keep in a plastic container in the fridge for up to 1 week - bring to room temperature before eating.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 193 calories, Fat 19 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 3 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, Sodium 1.2 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Choose the right olives: The best olives for this recipe are firm and slightly green. Avoid olives that are too ripe or wrinkled.
- Make sure to use fresh herbs and spices: Fresh herbs and spices will give the olives the best flavor. If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs, but be sure to use half the amount.
- Don't overcrowd the jar: When you're packing the olives into the jar, make sure not to overcrowd them. This will prevent the olives from getting bruised and will also allow the marinade to circulate properly.
- Let the olives marinate for at least 24 hours: The longer the olives marinate, the more flavorful they will be. If you're short on time, you can marinate the olives for as little as 12 hours, but the flavor will be best if you marinate them for at least 24 hours.
- Store the olives in a cool, dark place: Once the olives are marinated, store them in a cool, dark place. This will help to preserve the flavor of the olives and will also prevent them from spoiling.
Conclusion:
Spiced olives with lemon and fennel are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They're perfect for parties or potlucks, and they also make a great gift. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and unique olive that is sure to impress your friends and family.
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