Spanish cuisine · Salads & Mezze

Aceitunas Aliñadas

Home-marinated olives with garlic, herbs and lemon – the best tapa to go with wine.

Ingredients · for 6 servings

• 500 g green olives
• 4 garlic cloves
• 1 lemon
• 1 tsp oregano
• 1 tsp thyme
• 1 tsp cumin
• 4 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp white wine vinegar
• 1 bay leaf

Instructions

1. Drain the olives and press them lightly so the marinade can soak in.
2. Slice the garlic and cut the lemon into wedges.
3. Combine everything with the herbs, spices, oil and vinegar.
4. Transfer to a jar and let it marinate in a cool place for at least 24 hours.