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55 recipes tagged with olives.
6 to 8 servings According to legend, this braise was served to Napoleon after he had fasted through his victorious battle at Marengo. The dish, composed…
4 servings Please read about Cooking en Papillote. The seasonings can be varied to your taste; for a packet that serves as a whole meal, see Chicken Hobo…
A versatile pasta salad that can be made with grilled chicken or shrimp, tossed with tomatoes, roasted peppers, olives, and a lemon-herb dressing. Served…
A classic chef's salad with crisp lettuce, chicken or turkey, ham, cheese, tomatoes, hard-boiled eggs, and olives, dressed with your choice of vinaigrette…
Lamb shoulder or neck chops are braised with onions, garlic, white wine, and herbs until tender. The sauce is finished with optional Kalamata olives and…
A hearty rice salad with chicken, spinach, bell pepper, and green olives, dressed with vinaigrette. Can be served warm, at room temperature, or chilled.
4 servings When my father, Ethan, came to visit during the holidays, he stayed at the now-defunct Mallory Hotel in Portland, Oregon. We would invariably…
This Cuban-style pulled pork is slow-cooked with bell peppers, onions, and olives, then served over rice. The pork becomes tender and flavorful, with a…
6 to 8 servings An amalgam of two classic Moroccan chicken stews, one with olives and one with preserved lemon. If you can’t find preserved lemon, we…
A one-pan dish featuring roasted potatoes and fennel topped with shrimp, feta, olives, and parsley. Finished with lemon wedges for brightness.
A vibrant salsa with capers, olives, herbs, and a hint of spice. Perfect as a condiment or dip.
4 servings Roasting lemon slices with the cauliflower sweetens and browns them around the edges, which mellows out the rind. You may substitute the rinsed…
Grilled fennel and tomatoes tossed with olives, basil, and a lemon-olive oil dressing. A fresh and flavorful side dish.
About 3 cups Puttanesca, or “streetwalker’s” sauce, is assembled from pantry items and ready in minutes, making it ideal for busy cooks drawn to the…
4 to 6 servings A classic summer entrée. If authenticity is no obstacle, upgrade the canned tuna with Grilled Fish Steaks. Just plate the dressed greens…
About 4 cups The combination of cinnamon, bay leaf, garlic, olives, and pickles in a tomato sauce may seem odd, but this sauce is irresistible with…
About 9 cups; 5 servings Chicken soup may be our go-to when feeling ill, but this recipe is our favorite kind of comfort food: deeply savory chicken and…
A classic Greek salad with crisp lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, olives, feta cheese, and optional anchovies, tossed in a vinaigrette.
Mackerel fillets are seared and served with a tangy tomato sauce enriched with olives, capers, and mezcal. This Latin-inspired dish is flavorful and…
A quick and flavorful Spanish-style mussel dish with chorizo, olives, and sherry. Ready in under 20 minutes, it's perfect for a simple yet impressive…
Grilled panini sandwiches with turkey, provolone, and a flavorful pistachio tapenade. Perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch.
A quick and healthy sheet pan meal featuring roasted green beans, tomatoes, and olives, served with pan-seared salmon and a dollop of Greek yogurt.
Creamy baked eggs with Greek-inspired toppings of olives, sun-dried tomatoes, herbs, and feta cheese. Ready in under 30 minutes.
A classic Latin chicken and rice dish made in an Instant Pot. Bone-in chicken thighs are browned, then pressure-cooked with rice, peppers, and spices for…
A warm salad featuring grilled aubergine rings tossed with red onion, cherry tomatoes, olives, and herbs, finished with pine nuts.
A meal-prep-friendly chickpea pasta salad made in a jar, featuring rotini, chickpeas, tomatoes, olives, arugula, and feta with a red wine vinaigrette…
A creamy celeriac root purée made with almost-burned butter is paired with a flavorful chicken picadillo featuring tequila, pumpkin, and olives. This dish…
A hearty vegetarian bowl inspired by Lebanese tabbouleh, featuring quinoa, chickpeas, kale, and kalamata olives, topped with a creamy hummus dressing.
A classic Neapolitan pasta dish with a bold, savory sauce of tomatoes, olives, capers, anchovies, and garlic. Quick to prepare yet deeply flavorful, it's…
A vibrant Mediterranean potato salad with sun-dried tomatoes, olives, anchovies, capers, and fresh herbs, bound with a light mayonnaise dressing. Perfect…
A medley of roasted vegetables served with a spicy olive and anchovy tapenade, crumbled feta, and toasted pine nuts. Perfect as a main dish with crusty…
A quick and flavorful Tunisian-inspired skillet chicken dish with green olives, preserved lemon, and cinnamon. Ready in 30 minutes.
Baked cod fillets are nestled on a bed of artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes, and olives, then roasted until flaky. Finished with lemon juice and fresh…
A versatile sweet-and-sour vegetable salad that can be made with fresh or canned vegetables. Perfect for holidays, it marinates overnight to save…
A quick and flavorful skillet dish with tender chicken, blistered cherry tomatoes, artichoke hearts, olives, and roasted red peppers. Ready in under 30…
A light, tangy lime vinaigrette paired with a chunky salsa verde of capers, olives, and fresh herbs. Perfect for fruit salads or tender greens.
A refreshing salad featuring blanched chayote squash and crunchy jicama tossed in a tangy cumin vinaigrette with Spanish olives, fresh herbs, and arugula…
A savory bowl with lentil falafel, crisp vegetables, olives, hummus, and cashew tzatziki. Inspired by Mediterranean flavors with a hint of Indian spices.
A vodka martini recipe from author Peter James, intended as a writing companion. Made with Grey Goose vodka, a hint of vermouth, and garnished with lemon…
Tender braised pigs' cheeks slow-cooked with black olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and basil in a rich red wine sauce. A comforting Mediterranean stew perfect…
Chicken Marbella is a sweet and tangy slow-cooked chicken dish with prunes, olives, and capers, served over rice.
This Cuban-style pulled pork is cooked in an Instant Pot with bell peppers, onions, and spices, then finished with olives and vinegar. Serve over yellow…
A grilled salmon Niçoise salad with fingerling potatoes, green beans, olives, capers, and tarragon dressing. Perfect for a summer meal.
A warm ricotta dip with olives and lemon zest, baked until puffed and served with crackers and a simple arugula salad. Perfect for gatherings.
A quick and flavorful salad inspired by a dish from Istanbul, featuring grilled halloumi, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, and toasted pine nuts.
Roasted chicken thighs and drumsticks seasoned with sumac and thyme, served with a black olive gremolata and a fresh tomato salad. A flavorful and…
A quick Moroccan-inspired tagine featuring monkfish in a spiced tomato sauce with preserved lemon and olives, served over couscous.
This skillet chicken tagine features crisp chicken thighs, dried apricots, fennel, chickpeas, and aromatic spices, served over spiced quinoa. It's a…
A hearty salad with seasoned chicken cutlets, chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and a tangy red wine vinaigrette.
A classic Greek salad with ripe tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, olives, and feta cheese, dressed with red wine vinegar and oregano.
A creamy green goddess dressing with anchovies, herbs, and lemon coats rotisserie chicken, ciabatta, piquillo peppers, celery, and olives for a satisfying…
Pan-seared cod simmered in a tomato-olive sauce with garlic and lime, inspired by Mexican flavors. Serve with rice for a complete meal.
A classic layered dip with refried beans, cheese, avocado, tomato, sour cream, and olives. Perfect for parties and game days.
Classic Chicken Parmesan with a rich tomato-olive sauce, topped with mozzarella and Parmesan, served over spaghetti.
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