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Sicilian Olive Salad

3.8

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This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less but requires addtional resting time.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Serves 6 to 8 as an antipasto

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups large green olives (about 1 pound)
3 celery ribs
1 carrot
1 small red onion
1 garlic clove
1/2 cup drained caperberries
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano leaves or 1 1/2 teaspoons crumbled dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Preparation

  1. In a large sieve rinse olives and drain well. Thinly slice celery, carrot, onion, and garlic and in a bowl stir together with remaining ingredients. Marinate salad, covered and chilled, at least 1 day and up to 3 days. Bring salad to room temperature before serving.

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