Kalamata Olives Recipe
Make Kalamata 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
Optional Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Wash and Prepare Olives
Rinse the Kalamata olives under cold water to remove any brine or preservatives, then drain well.
- 2
Chop Garlic and Rosemary
Finely chop the garlic cloves and fresh rosemary to enhance their flavors.
Mixing and Marinating
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, add the rinsed Kalamata olives, chopped garlic, and rosemary.
- 4
Add Seasonings
Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the olive mixture, then add lemon zest, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes if desired.
Marinating
- 5
Marinate the Olives
Gently toss all the ingredients together until the olives are well coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- 6
Serve or Store
You can serve the olives immediately or refrigerate for up to a week. If using feta cheese, crumble it over the marinated olives just before serving.
