Olives Marinated

Olives Marinated is a vibrant and aromatic Moroccan appetizer that features a medley of olives infused with spices and citrus. This dish brings the essence of the Mediterranean to your table, making it the perfect starter for any meal.

Ingredients

• Green olives - 100 grams
• Black olives - 100 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves, thinly sliced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon - 1, juiced and zested
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon, toasted and crushed
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Red chili flakes - 1/4 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the green and black olives.
2. Add the sliced garlic, chopped parsley, and cilantro to the olives.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, crushed cumin seeds, paprika, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper.
4. Pour the marinade over the olives and herbs, ensuring they are well coated.
5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the olives marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight for maximum flavor.
6. Serve the marinated olives in a small dish, drizzled with some of the marinade.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 1 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 11 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from olives that support heart health.
• Contains anti-inflammatory properties from garlic and herbs.

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