Kahvaltı Zeytin

Kahvaltı Zeytin is a delightful Turkish breakfast dish featuring a medley of marinated olives bursting with flavor. This vibrant dish is perfect for sharing, providing a savory start to your day with a touch of Mediterranean flair.

Ingredients

• Green olives - 100 grams
• Black olives - 100 grams
• Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon zest - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Red pepper flakes - 1/4 teaspoon
• Garlic, minced - 1 clove
• Fresh dill, chopped - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the green and black olives.
2. Add the minced garlic, lemon zest, and chopped parsley to the olives.
3. Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the mixture, followed by the dried oregano and red pepper flakes.
4. Gently toss all the ingredients together until the olives are well coated with the oil and seasonings.
5. Let the olive mixture sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
6. Before serving, add the chopped fresh dill and salt to taste, mixing gently.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 1 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from olives, which can support heart health.
• High in antioxidants, which may help reduce inflammation.

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