Marinated Olives Recipe
Mixed Olives, Feta, Capers, Pearl Onion, Lemon
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Ingredients
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Olives and Accompaniments
Marinade
Method
Preparation of Ingredients
- 1
Prepare the Olives and Accompaniments
In a mixing bowl, combine the mixed olives, crumbled feta cheese, drained capers, and peeled pearl onions. Toss gently to mix all the ingredients together.
- 2
Prep the Lemon
Zest the lemon using a microplane and then cut it in half to juice it. Set aside the zest and juice for the marinade.
Marinade Preparation
- 3
Combine Marinade Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, chopped fresh thyme, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and lemon juice. Adjust the salt to taste.
Marination Process
- 4
Combine and Marinate
Pour the marinade over the olive mixture. Add the lemon zest and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer to a glass jar with a tight lid.
- 5
Refrigerate
Let the marinated olives sit in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serving
- 6
Serve
Once marinated, serve the olives in a small bowl or platter as an appetizer or snack. Enjoy with crusty bread or as part of a charcuterie board.