DeLallo Whole Colossal Calamata Olives are large Greek olives with a distinct purple hue, almond shape and larger-than-life flavor. Born in Kalamata, Greece, these intense table olives are semi-firm in texture with a tangy, fruity and slightly smoky flavor—a taste reminiscent of red wine vinegar. Kalamata olives are great for snacking, entertaining and creating Greek-inspired recipes. Our Colossal Calamata are naturally cured in brine packed in oil to maintain their best flavor and texture.
- Famous Greek olive.
- Eye-catching purple hue and almond shape.
- Intense table olive: tangy, fruity and slightly smoky.
- Semi-firm texture with a meaty bite.
- Natural brine curing.
- Oil packed to maintain best flavor and texture.
- Contains pits.
- Kosher.
- Vegan/vegetarian.
- Gluten free.
Kitchen and Usage Tips:
Whole Kalamata olives are a traditional Greek antipasto and ingredient. Use them as a bold topping on hummus, creamy dips and crostini toast appetizers. Create Greek-inspired pizzas, flatbreads, pasta dishes (both hot and cold) and salads. Upgrade creamy chicken or tuna salads. Try them warmed with fresh citrus and herbs.
Kalamata olives pair well with feta cheese and Pinot Noir.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What are colossal Kalamata olives?
Kalamata* olives are famous Greek olives with an almond shape, deep purple color and intense flavor. Named for the city of Kalamata, these distinct olives are a prized variety of olive all around the world. Kalamata olives are semi-firm in texture with a meaty bite. Known for being an intense table olive, they are tangy and fruity with a slightly smoky flavor. They are great for snacking and entertaining and pair perfectly with other Greek flavors.
*DeLallo spells Kalamata with a C for branding reasons. These are still authentic Greek Kalamata olives.
How do I use colossal Kalamata olives?
Pair them up with other Greek mezze platter greats: pita bread, hummus, feta cheese, roasted red peppers, cucumbers and more.
