DeLallo Whole Seasoned Black Greek Olives are popular Greek olives that are naturally cured and marinated in savory herbs. Black Greek olives are harvested by-hand when they are fully ripened with a hue ranges between dark cocoa brown and black. With a cure time of about 3 months, these prized Greek olives are naturally brine-cured with sea salt, and then packed in a lightly seasoned marinade of complementary spices. Black Greek olives boast a tangy, fruity, red-wine-vinegar flavor and a tender, meaty texture. Serve them up on their own or as a feature on charcuterie boards and antipasto spreads.
- Prized Greek olive.
- Deep brown to black in color.
- Semi-soft, meaty texture.
- Mild, tangy and fruity, reminiscent of red-wine vinegar.
- Stunning Greek table olive for snacking and entertaining.
- In a lightly herbaceous marinade.
- Packed in olive to maintain texture, flavor and presentation.
- Contains pits.
- Kosher.
- Preservative free.
- Gluten free.
- Vegan/vegetarian.
Kitchen and Usage Tips:
Black Greek olives get along well with lemony, garlicky flavors and other classic Greek flavors. Feature them alongside hummus, stuffed grape leaves, Kasseri and manouri cheeses, roasted red peppers, etc. They are a stunning addition to Greek mezze platters and antipasto spreads. Pit them to use in Greek-theme kitchen creations like Greek salads, flatbreads, pizzas, hot and cold pasta dishes, baked chicken recipes and more.
Pairs well with Kasseri cheese and Garnacha wine.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What are seasoned black Greek olives?
Seasoned black Greek olives are a popular olive from Greece. Hand-harvested late in the season when they are ripe (from late October to January), these prized Greek olives are known for their deep cocoa brown color, a tangy fruity flavor and a lovable tender, meaty texture. DeLallo uses a natural brine curing with sea salt that takes about 3 months.
How do I use seasoned Greek black olives?
Black Greek olives are a great olive for snacking and entertaining. Serve them on their own or alongside other classic Greek antipasti and mezze platter items. To use them in the kitchen, our Whole Seasoned Greek Black Olives will need to be pitted. This can be done with the side of a butter knife or a pitter tool. Once pitted, they can be used for adding a pop of flavor to pizzas, hot or cold pasta recipes, leafy green salads and more.
