Ina Garten Marinated Olives

This Ina Garten Marinated Olives recipe is a warm and citrusy appetizer, which includes green Cerignola olives and Kalamata olives. It’s a no-fuss take on the classic, ready in about 15 minutes.

Ina Garten Marinated Olives Ingredients

• 2 cups green Cerignola olives
• 2 cups black Kalamata olives
• Zest of 1 orange (peeled in strips)
• 4 garlic cloves, smashed
• 2 tsp fennel seeds
• 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
• ¾ tsp red pepper flakes
• ½ tsp kosher salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 4 sprigs thyme
• ⅔ cup good olive oil

How To Make Ina Garten Marinated Olives

1. Combine ingredients: Place all the olives, herbs, spices, garlic, and orange zest in a bowl. Stir to combine.
2. Heat the olives: Transfer the mixture to a sauté pan. Warm over medium-low heat for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fragrant and heated through.
3. Serve or store: Serve warm or let cool and store in the refrigerator. Bring to room temperature before serving.

Recipe Tips

• Can I use other olive varieties?
  Yes, mix in Castelvetrano, Nicoise, or any favorites for variety in flavor and texture.
• How long do marinated olives last?
  They can be refrigerated for up to one week. Always bring to room temperature before serving.
• Do I need to pit the olives?
  No, but for easier eating, pitted olives can be used.
• Can I make it spicier?
  Add more red pepper flakes or a pinch of cayenne for extra heat.

What To Serve With Marinated Olives

These olives are ideal for a party platter or as a pre-dinner snack. Serve with:

• A charcuterie board
• Artisan crackers or crostini
• Soft cheeses like brie or goat cheese
• Glasses of red wine or cocktails
• Marcona almonds or mixed nuts

How To Store Marinated Olives

Refrigerate: Store cooled olives in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Let them come to room temperature or warm briefly before serving.

Do not freeze: Freezing affects the texture and flavor of the olives.

Marinated Olives Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 20 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 1g
• Fat: 2g
• Saturated Fat: 0g
• Fiber: 0g
• Sugar: 0g
• Sodium: 150mg

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I use dried herbs instead of fresh?
Yes, use half the amount of dried thyme if needed.

Are these served hot or cold?
They’re best served warm or at room temperature.

Can I reuse the marinade oil?
Yes, the oil can be reused for salads or sautéing vegetables.

What’s the best olive oil to use?
Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor.

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• Ina Garten Smoked Salmon Frittata
• Barefoot Contessa Mushroom Soup
• Ina Garten Oxtail Soup