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21 June 2026 Last updated: 11 September 2026

A classic Greek meze, marinated olives are made by letting black and green olives sit for several hours in olive oil with thyme, garlic, and lemon zest. This carb-free appetizer is a convenient keto-friendly choice for picnics.

Step by Step

How to make it?

1

Prepare the Olives

5 min

Drain the black and green olives and pat them dry with a paper towel.

2

Mix the Seasonings

5 min

Mix the thyme, crushed garlic, and lemon zest.

3

Marinate the Olives

45 min

Combine the olives with the olive oil and seasoning mixture in a jar. Let them marinate at room temperature for at least 45 minutes.

4

Serve

5 min

Gently shake the jar, then transfer the olives to a serving dish.

Reminder

Shake the jar occasionally as the olives marinate to distribute the seasonings evenly.

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Sultan Korkmaz Aide de Cuisine 2 months ago

Tarifte 45 dakika bekletme süresi veriliyor ama ben zamanım olduğu için gece boyu buzdolabında bekletmeyi tercih ettim, tat çok daha derin ve belirgin biçimde dengeli çıktı.

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