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    Super Easy Marinated Olives {Video}

    Published: Mar 12, 2020 ยท Updated: Dec 31, 2023 by Tammilee ยท This post may contain affiliate links

    These super-easy Marinated Olives are so dang easy to make! I had them ready to go and in the fridge, marinating within a few minutes.

    Super easy to make Marinated Olives text over a white bowl with black olives and seasoning

    Super Easy Marinated Olives!

    Contents show
    Super Easy Marinated Olives!
    Preparation and Storage
    Recipe Variations + Tips for the Best Super Easy Marinated Olives
    What to Serve with Super Easy Marinated Olives
    When to Serve
    Great Recipe Collections
    Super Easy Marinated Olives Recipe
    Ingredients
    Instructions
    Kitchen Tools
    Nutrition

    John came home and started snacking on them as soon as he found them in the fridge.ย 

    Thankfully, I had already taken some pictures to share on the blog.

    He has been sneaking them out of the fridge every chance he gets. He added them to a sandwich and said they were a great addition.

    These Marinated Olives would make a great holiday gift! They would look great in a sealed jar with a couple of wooden spoons or serving forks attached to the jar.

    I may have to make some of these up for our foodie friends who would love them. These marinated olives work great for parties! You can make these up beforehand and serve them in a nice bowl with either toothpicks or appetizer forks.

    We love to use these in salads or as a daily snack. They have such a great flavor! You can make them as spicy as you like. If you are not a fan of spice, just leave off the red pepper flakes.

    balsamic vinegar, crushed red pepper, salt, two cans of olives, olive oil, and garlic on a white counter

    Ingredients

    Here is a quick overview of the simple ingredients for making epic Marinated Olives! The printable recipe card at the bottom of the post includes specific measurements and step-by-step instructions.

    • Black Olives
    • Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    • Fresh Basil
    • Garlic
    • Balsamic Vinegar
    • Red Pepper Flakes
    • Saltย 

    Equipment Needed

    • Covered Dish/Bowl: Youโ€™ll need a large dish or bowl for the olives to marinate in.
    • Serving Bowl: Did you know there are olive serving trays? These long glass trays are the perfect way to serve marinated olives and other olive appetizers if you donโ€™t want to use a charcuterie board or serving platter.
    • Bamboo Picks: If you are serving these at a party, we suggest serving them with a jar of bamboo cocktail picks so guests can easily pick them up and move them to their plates. A small pair of tongs would also work.ย 

    marinated olives in a white bowl on a brown napkin

    How to Make Super Easy Marinated Olives

    I've included complete instructions in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post, but here's a quick version.

    1. Combine all ingredients in a covered dish and mix well.
    2. Place in the refrigeratorย 

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    Preparation and Storage

    Make-Ahead: These mix-and-go Marinated Olives need two hours to marinate in your fridge, making them the perfect make-ahead appetizer!

    Storage: If you have any leftovers after making these olives, refrigerate them in an airtight container and enjoy them within a month.

    Freezing/How to Freeze: Check out this thorough guide to freezing olives if you want to freeze your Marinated Olives. You can freeze them for up to six months.

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    Recipe Variations + Tips for the Best Super Easy Marinated Olives

    Substitutions: This easy recipe for Marinated Olives should work with any olive variety. Olive choices include Castelvetrano olives, Kalamata olives, Green olives, of fun new finds at the local grocery store olive bar.ย 

    Optional add ins include oregano, fennel seeds, fresh thyme, fresh rosemary, lemon peel, red wine vinegar, orange zest, black pepper, lemon juice, or your favorite fresh herbs.

    Vegetarian + Vegan Option: This recipe is naturally vegetarian and vegan since all the ingredients are plant-based.

    Gluten-Free: This recipe should be gluten-free, as none of its ingredients typically contain gluten. Look for a gluten-free label on each if you are highly sensitive and want to avoid cross-contamination.

    Alcohol-Free Option: We donโ€™t use alcohol in this appetizer recipe, but weโ€™ve seen many recipes for gin or vodka-soaked Marinated Olives if you are a fan of dirty martinis.

    Smaller Serving Size + Larger Group/More Servings: The written recipe makes 12 servings and scales quickly to your desired yield using the slider in the recipe card below. Make sure you have a large enough dish for marinating the olives if you scale it up.

    Make It Spicy: Add more red pepper chili flakes if you want spicier olives.

    Sugar-Free: The written recipe contains 1 gram of sugar per serving, with no single ingredient containing a significant amount.

    marinated olives in a white serving dish on a tan napkin

    What to Serve with Super Easy Marinated Olives

    Serve these Super Easy Marinated Olives as a cocktail night appetizer with other elegant finger foods or as part of a homemade date night meal with a side of garlic bread, a salad, and tiramisu for dessert. Here are some menu planning suggestions.

    Sides: Sugared Cranberries, Hasselback Potatoes, Caprese Pasta Salad, Air Fryer Spaghetti Squash, Carrot Soufflรฉ, Crock Pot Stuffed Tomatoes, CrockPot Shrimp & Grits, Strawberry Bruschetta, Shrimp Remoulade, CrockPot Bacon Wrapped Potatoes

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    Desserts: Hershey Pie, Sweet & Salty Chocolate Dessert Bar, Creme Brulee Cheesecake Bars, Carrot Cake with Pineapple, Coconut & Port Wine, CopyCat Olive Garden Lemon Cream Cake, Strawberry Shortcake, CrockPot Cherries Jubilee, Apple Blackberry Fruit Tart

    Drinks: Alchemy Bar Revved Up Mojito Martini, Chocolate Cake Shot, Chocolate Covered Cherry Shot, Classic Grasshopper Drink, Cranberry Mimosa, Raspberry Pomegranate Lemonade Cocktail, 40 Is the New 20 Martini Cocktail, Martini Seduction, Alchemist Sidecar

    When to Serve

    • Lunch
    • Cocktail Night
    • Dinner Date Night
    • Dinner and Drinks
    • Football Parties
    • New Yearโ€™s
    • Holiday Parties
    • Snacktime

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    marinated olives in a white bowl

    Super Easy Marinated Olives Recipe

    Super Easy Marinated Olives Recipe is the perfect easy appetizer recipe for football parties, new years, holiday parties or any day you want a snack
    4.25 from 4 votes
    Print Rate
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 2 hours hours
    Total Time: 2 hours hours 10 minutes minutes
    Servings: 12
    Calories: 125kcal
    Author: Tammilee Tips

    Ingredients

    • 12 oz Black olives drained
    • ยฝ cup Olive Oil
    • ยผ cup fresh basil chopped
    • 4 cloves Garlic minced
    • 2 Tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar
    • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper chili flakes
    • ยฝ teaspoon Salt
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    • Combine all ingredients and mix well in a covered dish.
    • Place in the refrigerator for 2 hours before serving

    Kitchen Tools

    • Large Mixing Bowl

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Super Easy Marinated Olives Recipe
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 125 Calories from Fat 117
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 13g20%
    Saturated Fat 2g13%
    Sodium 542mg24%
    Potassium 22mg1%
    Carbohydrates 2g1%
    Fiber 1g4%
    Sugar 1g1%
    Protein 1g2%
    Vitamin A 187IU4%
    Vitamin C 1mg1%
    Calcium 17mg2%
    Iron 1mg6%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Recipe originally shared September 11, 2013, updated on March 12, 2020

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    1. Lyndee

      April 27, 2018 at 11:57 am

      What is the green you have added to the olives? Parsley...basil...whatever it is, it looks DELISH!

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