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Italian Marinated Olives

Savory Italian Marinated Olives for a Perfect Antipasto Platter

Elevate your antipasto platter with homemade Italian Marinated Olives featuring fresh ingredients and Mediterranean flavors.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

For the Olive Base
  • 1 cup Pitted Ripe Olives
  • 1 cup Pimiento-Stuffed Olives can substitute with green olives
For the Flavor Enhancers
  • 1 stalk Celery optional
  • 1 medium Onion use green onions for milder flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Capers
For the Dressing
  • ¼ cup Olive Oil can use flavored or lighter oils
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar white wine vinegar or lemon juice can be used
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced, or use garlic powder
For the Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil or fresh basil, increase amount if using
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano or swap with fresh herbs
  • ½ teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes adjust to taste
  • to taste teaspoon Salt

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Spatula or wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine both types of olives with chopped celery, diced onion, and capers. Stir gently until mixed.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, dried basil, dried oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, and salt.
  3. Pour the dressing over the olive mixture, tossing gently to coat all ingredients. Avoid breaking the olives.
  4. Cover the bowl or transfer olives to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 1gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Chill the olives longer for enhanced flavor and ensure they are well-drained before mixing.

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