Citrus Spiced Olives
Lemon, lime and orange bring a burst of sunny citrus flavor to marinated olives that are great for nibbling on at holiday buffets. You can even blend the olives and spread the mixture onto baguette slices.—Ann Sheehy, Lawrence, Massachusetts16 ServingsPrep: 20 min. + chilling
Ingredients
- 4 cups pitted mixed olives
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1/4 cup canola oil
- 3 tablespoons salt-free seasoning blend
- 3 tablespoons each orange, lemon and lime juices
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons each grated orange, lemon and lime peels
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Directions
- In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for
- at least 4 hours before serving. Yield: 4 cups.
Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup equals 74 calories, 7 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 248 mg sodium, 3 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, trace protein.
Wine: Full-Bodied White Wine: Enjoy this recipe with a full-bodied white wine such as Chardonnay or Viognier.