Zitoun Bel Hamdoulilah

Zitoun Bel Hamdoulilah is a flavorful Moroccan appetizer featuring olives marinated in a zesty lemon and herb mixture. This vibrant dish is perfect for sharing and brings a taste of Moroccan hospitality to your table.

Ingredients

• Green olives - 200 grams
• Black olives - 100 grams
• Lemon - 1 medium, juiced and zested
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Red chili flakes - 1/4 teaspoon (optional)

Steps

1. In a medium bowl, combine the green and black olives.
2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes if using.
3. Pour the marinade over the olives and toss to coat them evenly.
4. Add the chopped fresh parsley to the olives and mix well.
5. Let the olives marinate in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
6. Serve chilled or at room temperature as an appetizer.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 1 g
• Carbs: 7 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.05 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy monounsaturated fats from olives.
• High in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds.

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