Marinated Cheese and Olive Jar 🧀🫒 – Easy Mediterranean Appetizer Recipe
Looking for an elegant yet simple appetizer? This marinated cheese and olive jar is packed with bold Mediterranean flavors. Perfect for entertaining, gifting, or adding a gourmet touch to your snack table.
Ingredients
- 200 g feta cheese or goat cheese, cubed 🧀
- 1 cup mixed olives (green and black) 🫒
- 1 garlic clove, thinly sliced 🧄
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary 🌿
- 1 sprig fresh thyme 🌿
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional) 🌶️
- 1/2 tsp whole black peppercorns 🧂
- Extra virgin olive oil (enough to fully cover) 🫒
- Lemon zest (optional) 🍋
How to Make Marinated Cheese and Olives
1. Prepare the Jar
In a clean glass jar, layer the cubed cheese, mixed olives, sliced garlic, rosemary, and thyme.
2. Add Flavor
Sprinkle in the chili flakes, black peppercorns, and lemon zest if using. This adds a fresh citrusy note and extra depth.
3. Cover with Olive Oil
Pour extra virgin olive oil over the mixture until all ingredients are completely submerged. Gently press down to remove air pockets.
4. Marinate
Seal the jar tightly and refrigerate for at least 24 hours. For a deeper, richer flavor, let it marinate for up to one week.
5. Serve
Remove from the refrigerator a few minutes before serving to allow the oil to soften. Serve with fresh bread, crackers, or as part of a charcuterie board.
Tips for the Best Marinated Cheese
- Use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor
- Let it marinate longer for more intense taste
- Always keep ingredients fully submerged to preserve freshness
Creative Variations
Customize your marinated cheese jar with:
- Sun-dried tomatoes
- Toasted almonds
- Herbs de Provence
- Orange zest instead of lemon
Perfect for Gifting 🎁
This marinated cheese and olive jar also makes a beautiful homemade gift. Simply decorate the jar with a ribbon and a label for a thoughtful, gourmet present.
Enjoy this Mediterranean appetizer recipe that’s guaranteed to impress your guests and elevate any gathering! 😋✨

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