Quick Marinated Olives
Turn cheap jarred olives into a gourmet snack with this easy marinade of garlic, lemon, chili flakes, and olive oil — bold flavor on a budget.
Calories 600kcal
Ingredients
- 200 g about 1⅓ cups mixed olives (use any basic jarred kind)
- 3 garlic cloves crushed
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp chili flakes adjust to taste
- ½ lemon sliced into thin rounds
- 50 ml 3 tbsp + 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Drain the olives and place them in a medium bowl.
- Crush the garlic cloves with the flat side of your knife and add them to the bowl.
- Add the oregano, chili flakes, and lemon slices.
- Pour in the olive oil and toss everything to coat evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to let the flavors meld.
- Stir before serving. Keep refrigerated and consume within 3 days.