Spiced Olive and Citrus Marinated Bowl

Name: Spiced Olive and Citrus Marinated Bowl
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: North African
Ingredients: 2 cups mixed olives (green and Kalamata), drained; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 orange, zested and juiced; 1 lemon, zested and juiced; 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced; 1/2 tsp ground cumin; 1/2 tsp ground coriander; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; 1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped; 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, torn

Warm-spiced olives bathed in orange and lemon zest, cumin, coriander, and fresh herbs - a classic North African mezze served at room temperature. Plan ahead: marinate at least 2 hours for the flavors to fully develop.

10 minEasyServes 4150 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 cups mixed olives (green and Kalamata), drained
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 orange, zested and juiced
1 lemon, zested and juiced
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp ground coriander
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped
2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, torn

Instructions

1

In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups drained mixed olives (green and Kalamata), 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, the zest and juice of 1 zested and juiced orange, the zest and juice of 1 zested and juiced lemon, 2 thinly sliced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp ground coriander, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes.
2

Stir well to coat all the olives evenly. Let the bowl stand at room temperature for at least 2 hours, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to marry.
3

Just before serving, fold in 1/4 cup roughly chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley and 2 tbsp torn fresh mint leaves. Transfer to a shallow serving bowl and serve with crusty bread or pita.

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Questions

How long does Spiced Olive and Citrus Marinated Bowl take?

As written, 10 minutes: 10 of prep and 0 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 2 (2 hours): "Let the bowl stand at room temperature for at least 2 hours, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to marry." That wait sits outside the stated prep and cook times, so plan around it.

Is Spiced Olive and Citrus Marinated Bowl spicy?

Moderately. The heat in Spiced Olive and Citrus Marinated Bowl comes from 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. For a milder plate, halve the pepper flakes; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Is Spiced Olive and Citrus Marinated Bowl low-carb?

A serving of Spiced Olive and Citrus Marinated Bowl carries 4 g of carbohydrate, 1 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 20 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 4 percent.

How many calories are in Spiced Olive and Citrus Marinated Bowl?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 150 calories, with 2 g protein, 4 g carbohydrate and 15 g fat, plus 1 g fiber and 420 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I make Spiced Olive and Citrus Marinated Bowl ahead?

Yes, it takes well to being made ahead. Refrigerate what is left of Spiced Olive and Citrus Marinated Bowl within two hours and eat it within three days. It is served cold; there is nothing to reheat.

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