Herb-Infused Mozzarella Artichokes And Olives In Golden Olive Oil Marinade
A bright, fresh mix of mozzarella, artichokes, and olives marinated in herb infused golden olive oil, perfect for snacking, appetizers, or topping salads and pasta.
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 garlic cloves thinly sliced
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cut into bite sized cubes
- 1 cup marinated artichoke hearts drained and quartered
- ½ cup Kalamata or green olives pitted and halved
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes optional
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Mix olive oil with lemon zest, garlic, oregano, thyme, red pepper flakes (optional), salt, and pepper to make the marinade.
- Add mozzarella cubes, artichoke hearts, and olives to a bowl, cutting any large artichoke pieces smaller.
- Pour the marinade over the ingredients, toss gently, and chill for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
- Serve on a platter and garnish with basil or parsley; enjoy with bread, crackers, or add to salads or pasta.