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    Citrus Marinated Olives and Feta

    by Oscar Chimenti, Last Modified: June 29, 2022 This post may contain affiliate or sponsored links. See the Disclosure Policy linked in my footer.

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    bowl of marinated olives and feta with oranges on the side

    Citrus Marinated Olives and Feta are the perfect blend of flavours from the briny olives and salty feta with a hint of orange zest. Perfect low carb and keto appetizer for a holiday cocktail or new years eve party.

    This recipe is also diabetic friendly as there is not added sugar and a serving contains 1g of natural sugar.

    bowl of marinated olives and feta surrounded by oranges this recipe
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    • 🥘 Ingredients Used
    • 👨🏻‍🍳 Steps by step instructions
    • 👨🏻‍🍳 Recipe tips
    • ♨️ Recipe variations
    • Other low carb appetizer recipes you might enjoy
    • 💭 Frequently asked questions
    • 🍽 Other recipes you might enjoy
    • Citrus Marinated Olives and Feta

    Olives are great option when having people over as they are low in carbs and go well with charcuterie meats and cheeses. This type of recipe often found in a mediterranean diet rich in olive oil, fresh herbs, meats and vegetables. Marinated feta is a staple in many households in the mediterranean.

    I was inspired to make this low carb citrus marinated olives and feta recipe while I was making my Keto Marinated Mozzarella Balls recipe.

    🥘 Ingredients Used

    ingredients used for this recipe

    Marinated olives made with briny olives and fresh feta cheese with a blend of spices and citrus flavours.

    • Green Olives: pimento stuffed green olives were used as they have a crisp flesh with a rich and briny flavours.
    • Kalamata Olives: a rich and almost fruity taste, with a milder less salty flavour.
    • Feta Cheese: fresh feta cheese has a tangy sharp flavour and creamy mouth texture
    • Olive Oil: a good quality extra virgin olive oil brings that that fruity tangy flavour to this recipe
    • Red Pepper Flakes: red pepper flakes add a little bit of spice to this recipe.

    👨🏻‍🍳 Steps by step instructions

    How to make Citrus Marinated Olives and Feta?

    This recipe is a very simple quick throw together recipe with basically zero prep time.

    STEP 1: In a large bowl combine the olives with the spices until well mixed throughout.

    glass bowl full of green and black olives topped with spices

    STEP 2: Cut the feta cheese into chunks or cubes and then place on top of the olives.

    glass bowl full of olives and feta

    STEP 3: add the zest of one orange and gently mix everything together until well combined. Try not to break the chunks of feta and keep them whole, this is just for aesthetics, if some of them crumble it's ok.

    Cover bowl with plastic wrap and marinade for 2 hours. Can be marinated at room temperature if serving the same day, otherwise keep in the fridge until 1 hour prior to serving. Serve at room temperature.

    closeup image of the olives and feta in a white bowl

    👨🏻‍🍳 Recipe tips

    Top Tip: when mixing the ingredients together, mix it gently so not to break the cubes of feta, otherwise it may look mushy.

    • Tip: if marinating in the fridge, remove one hour before serving to allow the olives and feta to get to room temperature.
    • Serving: serve in small bowls with toothpicks or small forks and a side bowl for the pits
    • Storage: store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 month. I do not recommend freezing this recipe.

    ♨️ Recipe variations

    Marinated feta and olives can be flavoured with many other herbs, spices and other ingredients. Here are just a few other variations.

    • Herbs - adding other herbs like thyme, bay leaves or basil to the marinade can add different flavours you might also enjoy.
    • Garlic: adding thin slices of garlic cloves to the marinade will add those pungent and nutty flavours that garlic provides.
    • Lemon - add more citrus flavours and marinade with lemon zest and lemon juice with the orange zest

    This recipe is also gluten free.

    Love olives? See this Keto Muffaletta Salad Spread recipe for another great recipe.

    Other low carb appetizer recipes you might enjoy

    • Air Fryer Cheesy Cauliflower Balls
    • Low Carb Spiced Nuts
    • Bacon Wrapped Sweet Potatoes
    • Keto Sausage Puffs
    bowl of marinated olives next to oranges

    💭 Frequently asked questions

    What goes well with olives?

    Olives go well with other cheeses, grilled vegetables or nuts.

    How do you serve olives for a party?

    Serve in small bowls with a side of toothpicks.

    How many carbs per serving?

    A serving which is about 2 tablespoons contains 3g net carbs.

    Why don't you marinade with the orange juice?

    1 large orange may contain up to 22g of carbs. Since I am a type 2 diabetic and develop recipes that could be safe for other diabetics, I chose not to use the juice of the orange due to the added carbs and sugar.

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    bowl of marinated olives next to oranges and a zester rasp
    closeup of bowl of marinated olives next to oranges, toothpicks and a zester rasp

    Citrus Marinated Olives and Feta

    Oscar
    Olives and Feta marinated in fresh and bright citrus flavours with some herbs and spices.
    5 from 34 votes
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    Prep Time : 10 mins
    Cook Time : 0 mins
    Marinade Time : 1 hr
    Total Time : 1 hr 10 mins
    Course : Appetizer
    Cuisine : American
    Diet : Diabetic, Gluten Free
    Servings : 15 people
    Calories : 144

    Equipment

    • 1 Large Glass Mixing Bowl
    • 1 Rubber Spatula

    Ingredients
      

    • 1.5 cups pimento stuffed green olives
    • 1.5 cups kalamata olives
    • 8 oz feta cheese cubed
    • ⅓ cup olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
    • 1 teaspoon dry rosemary
    • 1 zest of an orange
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
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    Instructions
     

    • In a large bowl combine the olives and feta with all the ingredients until well mixed throughout.
    • Cover bowl with plastic wrap and marinade for 2 hours.

    Notes

    Top Tip: when mixing the ingredients together, mix it gently so not to break the cubes of feta, otherwise it may look mushy.

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    Nutritional Information

    All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary with brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes and more.

    Calories: 144kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 13g | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g
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    🌡️ Food safety

    • Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
    • Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
    • Wash hands after touching raw meat
    • Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
    • Never leave cooking food unattended
    • Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
    • Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

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    1. Debra

      January 08, 2022 at 8:02 pm

      5 stars
      Loved how easy this was to make...and so tasty too.

      Reply
    2. Sara

      January 08, 2022 at 5:25 pm

      5 stars
      Love this combination of flavors.

      Reply
    3. Amy Liu Dong

      January 07, 2022 at 6:51 am

      5 stars
      Such an easy and delicious appetizer. I will make this for my father-in-law's birthday!

      Reply
    4. Jeannie

      January 06, 2022 at 11:07 pm

      5 stars
      such a great tasting appetizer and easy too, totally a crowd pleaser

      Reply
    5. Emily

      January 06, 2022 at 10:08 pm

      5 stars
      I'm a diabetic too, so I know how hard it is to find good apps, especially around the holidays! This is a great idea.

      Reply
      • Oscar Chimenti

        January 19, 2022 at 5:17 pm

        Thank you, these are a great snack option for diabetics.

        Reply

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