Kahvaltı Zeytinleri

Kahvaltı Zeytinleri is a traditional Turkish breakfast dish showcasing a delightful mix of marinated olives infused with aromatic herbs and spices. This vibrant dish is perfect for sharing and adds a burst of flavor to your morning table.

Ingredients

• Green olives - 150 grams
• Black olives - 150 grams
• Extra virgin olive oil - 4 tablespoons
• Lemon zest - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh thyme - 1 tablespoon, chopped
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Red chili flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, thinly sliced
• Sea salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a medium bowl, combine the green and black olives.
2. Add the extra virgin olive oil, lemon zest, chopped thyme, dried oregano, red chili flakes, sliced garlic, and a pinch of sea salt and black pepper.
3. Toss the olives gently to coat them in the marinade, ensuring all ingredients are well mixed.
4. Let the olives marinate for at least 10 minutes at room temperature to absorb the flavors.
5. Serve the marinated olives in a small dish as part of a traditional Turkish breakfast spread.

Nutrition

• Calories: 200
• Protein: 1 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
• Water: 0.02 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from olives, promoting heart health.
• Contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties from olive oil and herbs.

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