Marinated Olives and Whole Grain Crackers
A simple, elegant snack bursting with Mediterranean flavors.
⏱️ 5 min🍽️ Serves 1
🔥 180 kcal💪 3g protein🍚 18g carbs🥑 12g fat🌾 4g fibreper serving
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Ingredients
- 🫒1 cup mixed olives, pitted
- 🧴2 tbs extra virgin olive oil
- 🍋1 tbs lemon juice
- 🧄1 clove garlic, minced
- 🌿½ tsp dried oregano
- 🌶️¼ tsp red pepper flakes
- 🌿 fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- cracker16 whole grain crackers
Pro tips
- For an extra burst of flavor, add a few strips of orange zest to the marinade.
- Store any leftover marinated olives in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Experiment with different herbs like thyme or rosemary for varied aroma profiles.
Method
- 1In a medium bowl, combine the pitted mixed olives.
- 2Add the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes to the bowl.
- 3Toss gently to ensure the olives are evenly coated with the marinade.
- 4Let the olives marinate for at least 5 minutes, or ideally 30 minutes at room temperature for enhanced flavor.
- 5Before serving, sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley.
- 6Serve the marinated olives alongside the whole grain crackers.