Description
A delicious and easy recipe for marinated cheese and olives, perfect for appetizers or snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mixed olives
- 1 cup cubed cheese (such as feta or mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (such as thyme or rosemary)
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the olives and cubed cheese.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, fresh herbs, and red pepper flakes.
- Pour the marinade over the olives and cheese, ensuring everything is well coated.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best flavor.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature as an appetizer or snack.
Notes
- Feel free to use your favorite types of olives and cheese.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
- Adjust the amount of garlic and herbs to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg