Salade d'Olives

Salade d'Olives is a vibrant Moroccan appetizer that combines the bold flavors of olives, herbs, and spices, making it a perfect low-carb dish for a keto-friendly diet. This refreshing salad is ideal for sharing or as a zesty accompaniment to your meals.

Ingredients

• Green olives - 100 grams
• Black olives - 100 grams
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the green and black olives under cold water to remove excess brine and pat them dry with a paper towel.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the olives, chopped parsley, chopped cilantro, and minced garlic.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
4. Pour the dressing over the olive mixture and toss gently to combine, ensuring all the ingredients are well coated.
5. Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 1 g
• Carbs: 4 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from olives, promoting heart health.
• High in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds from herbs and spices.

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