Citrus-Marinated Feta and Olives

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Citrus-Marinated Feta and Olives
1450 min.
8
186kcal

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Elevate your appetizer game with this delightful Citrus-Marinated Feta and Olives dish, a perfect blend of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is not only easy to prepare but also a feast for the senses, making it an ideal side dish for any gathering or a refreshing addition to your everyday meals.

The star of this recipe is the creamy feta cheese, which is beautifully complemented by the briny kalamata and pimiento-stuffed Spanish olives. The addition of fresh basil and a hint of garlic brings a fragrant aroma that will have your guests eagerly anticipating the first bite. The citrusy notes from the orange zest add a bright, zesty twist that enhances the overall flavor profile, making this dish a standout choice for summer picnics or cozy winter gatherings alike.

With a preparation time of just 1450 minutes, most of which is hands-off marinating, you can easily whip this up in advance and let the flavors meld together overnight. The result is a vibrant, colorful dish that not only looks stunning on your table but also offers a satisfying combination of textures and tastes. Serve it alongside crusty bread, fresh vegetables, or as part of a charcuterie board, and watch as it disappears in no time!

Ingredients

  • oz feta cheese cubed
  • 0.3 cup basil fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove minced
  • teaspoon pepper 
  • cup kalamata olives pitted
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • tablespoon orange zest 
  • cup pimiento stuffed olives spanish

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk together first 5 ingredients in a medium-size glass bowl; gently stir in olives and cheese. Cover and chill 24 hours.

Nutrition Facts

Calories186kcal
Protein9.31%
Fat84.67%
Carbs6.02%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.88
Glycemic Load
0.37
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
5.5395652211231%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.2mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:185.82kcal
9.29%
Fat:18.03g
27.73%
Saturated Fat:5.39g
33.7%
Carbohydrates:2.89g
0.96%
Net Carbohydrates:1.61g
0.59%
Sugar:0.19g
0.21%
Cholesterol:25.23mg
8.41%
Sodium:849.99mg
36.96%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.46g
8.92%
Calcium:161.7mg
16.17%
Vitamin E:2.32mg
15.46%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.34%
Phosphorus:98.43mg
9.84%
Vitamin K:8.57µg
8.17%
Vitamin B12:0.48µg
7.99%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
6.93%
Selenium:4.63µg
6.62%
Vitamin A:296.39IU
5.93%
Zinc:0.85mg
5.63%
Fiber:1.28g
5.11%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.53%
Vitamin B5:0.29mg
2.93%
Copper:0.06mg
2.88%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.74%
Folate:10.87µg
2.72%
Magnesium:10.27mg
2.57%
Iron:0.45mg
2.49%
Vitamin B3:0.38mg
1.9%
Vitamin C:1.27mg
1.54%
Potassium:40.45mg
1.16%
Source:My Recipes