Classic Marinated Olives
These marinated olives are an easy appetizer with huge flavor: garlicky, lemony, herby, and perfect for cheese boards or parties. A simple, make-ahead recipe!
- Prep
- 2 hr 5 min
- Yield
- 6

Ingredients 7
- 2 6-ounce dry weight cans pitted ripe olives packed in water (green, Castelvetrano , medium black, or large black, not flavored or stuffed)
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 lemon
- ½ cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- Scant ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 4 rosemary or tarragon sprigs, plus additional for serving if desired
Method 3
- 01
Drain the olives. Peel and thinly slice the garlic . Cut 4 strips from the lemon peel, then squeeze out 1 tablespoon of the juice.
- 02
In a 1 quart jar or covered container, combine all ingredients and shake gently to combine.
- 03
Marinate for 2 to 4 hours at room temperature, shaking occasionally. Serve immediately, garnishing with additional rosemary sprigs if desired. Stores refrigerated for several weeks; allow to come to room temperature prior to serving.
Provenance
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