Ina Garten Marinated Olives Recipe
The Ina Garten Marinated Olives Recipe is simple, fresh and full of flavor. It turns plain olives into a party favorite. This recipe uses easy ingredients and takes little effort.
Ingredients
- 2 cups mixed olives drained
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic sliced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Zest of 1 orange
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
Heat the Olive Oil
- Place a saucepan over low heat. Add olive oil and sliced garlic. Warm gently until garlic smells fragrant. Do not brown the garlic.
Add Herbs and Spices
- Add oregano, thyme and red pepper flakes. Stir slowly. Let the oil warm and release herb flavors for two minutes.
Add Citrus Zest
- Add orange and lemon zest to the pan. Stir gently. The citrus oils will blend into the warm olive oil.
Add the Olives
- Add drained olives to the pan. Stir to coat all olives with the warm oil mixture. Heat gently for five minutes.
Finish and Rest
- Turn off heat. Let olives rest for ten minutes. Stir in chopped parsley before serving for fresh flavor.
Notes
- Use good quality olives for better taste.
- Keep heat low to avoid bitter garlic.
- Fresh citrus zest adds the best aroma.
- Let olives rest before serving.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.