Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLittlebirdOlives Recipe

Olives Recipe

Inspired by Littlebird
Time45m
Serves4

Make Olives Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Olives

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the green and black olives. Make sure to remove any pits if necessary.

  2. 2

    Add Aromatics

    Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the bowl of olives along with the fresh rosemary, red pepper flakes, and lemon zest.

  3. 3

    Season the Mixture

    Drizzle the olive oil over the olive mixture. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Toss everything together until well combined.

Marinating

  1. 4

    Marinate the Olives

    Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the mixture to a jar with a lid. Let the olives marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

  2. 5

    Serve

    After marinating, serve the olives as an appetizer or as part of a charcuterie board. Enjoy!

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