
With a few cans of California Ripe Olives, filling up the holiday table with a delicious assortment of sides is a cinch. Here are a few of our favorites. Happy Gobbling!
- 6 (1 lb.) Roma tomatoes, halved
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 clove Garlic, sliced
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1 (6 oz.) can California Black Ripe Olives, whole
- 1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Thyme, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 1/4 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Toss tomatoes, olive oil, garlic and salt together in a large mixing bowl. Place tomatoes, skin side down, on a lightly greased parchment-lined baking sheet and roast in oven for 1 hour. Remove pan from oven and allow to cool slightly. When cool enough to handle, chop each tomato half into quarters. Toss cooked tomatoes with California Ripe Olives, balsamic vinegar, orange zest, rosemary, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Marinate for at least 3 hours before serving. Serves 6.
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 cups Butternut squash, diced
- 3 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Sage, chopped
- 1/8 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 cup arborio rice
- 1/4 cup White wine
- 3 cups Vegetable broth, heated
- 2 cups Hot Water
- 1 cup California Black Ripe Olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/4 cup toasted almonds
- 1/2 cup Olive oil
- 1/4 cup White wine vinegar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Chopped thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 1 (6 oz.) can California Black Ripe Olives
- 4 ounce Green beans, trimmed and blanched
- 4 ounce Cauliflower florets, blanched
- 3 ounce Sugar
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, sugar, thyme, salt and pepper flakes. Toss California Ripe Olives, beans, cauliflower and red onions with dressing and pour into and airtight container or plastic bag. Refrigerate and allow to marinate for at least 4 hours. Serve cold. Nutritional Analysis Per Serving: Calories 210, Fat 22g, Cholesterol 0mg, Sodium 410mg, Carbohydrate 6g, Protein 1g, Calories from fat 87%
Makes
6
- 2 tablespoons walnut oil
- 1 cup Leeks, diced
- 1/2 cup Walnuts, coarsely chopped
- 1/4 pound smoked turkey, diced
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 2 1/2 cups Cooked long grain white rice
- 1 1/4 cups Cooked wild rice
- 1 cup California Black Ripe Olives, sliced
- 1 1/2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 2 quarts water
- 1/2 pound Brussel sprouts, butt-end removed, halved
- 2 teaspoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Red onions, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons Chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon White wine vinegar
- 2 cups Great Northern white beans, cooked
- 2/3 cup California Black Ripe Olives, halved
- 2 teaspoons Sage, chopped
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Lemon zest, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1 pinch black pepper, ground
Bring water to a boil in a large saucepot. Add brussel sprouts and cook for 3-5 minutes until bright green and just tender. Drain well. Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add well-drained sprouts and red onions and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sprouts are golden and onions are tender. Add garlic and cook for one more minute. Turn heat down to low and pour in chicken broth and vinegar. Stir in remaining ingredients and cook until heated through. Serves 4. Serving suggestions: Serve with salmon or halibut. Nutritional Information: Calories 230, Fat 8.3 g, Cholesterol 0mg, Sodium 532mg, Carbohydrate 29g, Protein 9.6g, Calories from fat 33%






