CITRUS MARINATED OLIVES

PREP TIME: 10m
MARINTATE: 30m
SERVES: 8

DIFFICULTY - VERY EASY

INGREDIENTS

• 4 cups olives, drained (preferably Castelvetrano)

• 1 cup reserved olive brine

• 1 orange, juiced and zested

• 1 lemon, juiced and zested

• 2 sprigs fresh thyme

• 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper

• 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a large bowl, combine olives, orange juice and zest, lemon juice and zest, thyme, pepper, olive oil, and brine.

2. Toss well to coat evenly.

3. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes to let the flavors develop.

4. Serve: Chilled or room temperature.

Make Ahead / Storage: Keeps 5–7 days refrigerated. Bring to room temp before serving.

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