Marinated Olives on Whipped Feta
These simple marinated herb and lemon olives are perfect as a stand-alone appetizer or served on a charcuterie board. Each bite is bright and citrusy and filled with strong feta flavors.
Preparation time
15 minutes
Cooking time
24h marinating time 1440 minutes
Total time
15 minutes
INGREDIENTS
4-6 SERVINGS| 1/2 lb | olives (green, black, kalamata or a mixture) |
| 2 cloves | garlic, minced |
| 1 | sprig of rosemary |
| 1/2 | lemon rind only, cut into thin slices or zested |
| 1/4 cup | Athenos Crumbled Traditional Feta Cheese |
| 1/2 - 1 cup | olive oil |
| 1/2 tsp | chili flakes, crushed |
| 1 container | Athenos Traditional Whipped Feta Cheese Dip & Spread |
| crakers or baguette slices for serving |
Method
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- In a jar or airtight container, add olives, garlic, rosemary sprigs, lemon rind, feta crumbles, and chili flakes. Add the olive oil until the olives are submerged.
- Place the lid onto the container or jar and seal. Place into the refrigerator for at least 24 hours to marinate. Stays fresh for up to one week.
- Once olives have marinated, spread an even layer of Athenos Whipped Feta into the center of a shallow serving bowl. Spoon over marinated olives and serve with crackers or baguette slices.
