Zitoun Bel Hamd

Zitoun Bel Hamd is a refreshing Moroccan appetizer featuring olives marinated in a tangy lemon sauce, offering a delightful burst of flavor. This dish is perfect for sharing and pairs well with other Mediterranean delights.

Ingredients

• Green olives - 200 grams
• Lemon - 1 medium (juice and zest)
• Garlic - 2 cloves (minced)
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons (chopped)
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the olives under cold water and drain well.
2. In a bowl, combine the lemon juice and zest, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
3. Add the rinsed olives to the bowl and toss to coat them in the marinade.
4. Stir in the chopped cilantro and mix again.
5. Let the olives marinate for at least 10 minutes at room temperature to absorb the flavors.
6. Serve the marinated olives in a small dish or bowl, drizzled with any remaining marinade.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 1 g
• Carbs: 6 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 which supports heart health.
• Contains antioxidants from lemon and garlic that may help reduce inflammation.

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