Fennel-Citrus Olives

Olives are such a great snack!

My love for olives started when I met John. I did not like them before; I actually hated them and thought they ruined everything they touched. So overpowering! I still don’t like super salty or strong-tasting olives. But I do love the mild-tasting ones. Especially when paired with other flavors. And I have to say this combination is one of my favorites! The sweetness from the oranges, the delicate tartness from the lemons and the oh-so-delicious fennel seeds are such a delicious combination. Just 5 ingredients! Simple, yet so YUMMY.

Looking for a way to take olives to the next level? This might be it! Enjoy them as a tasty snack or surprise your guests with this effortless (yet fancy-looking) appetizer.

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Fennel-Citrus Olives

Delicious, citrusy olives. This dreamy appetizer/snack comes together in just 5 minutes. Did I say it’s healthy, too?

Servings 1 ½ Cup

Ingredients

2 tsp olive oil
¼ tsp fennel seeds
½ tsp finely grated orange zest, tightly packed
¼ tsp finely grated lemon zest, tightly packed
1 ½ cup olives

Instructions

Heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add fennel seeds and stir for about 1 or 2 minutes, until fragrant and slightly toasted. Be careful not to burn them!
Add orange and lemon zest and keep stirring for another minute.
Turn off the heat and add the olives (carefully, the oil is hot and it can splatter). Give it a good stir.
Let them cool at room temperature and serve. If you store them in the fridge, the olive oil will solidify; so make sure you take them out a couple of minutes before serving.
Enjoy!