Description
A delightful blend of flavors, this simple yet elegant appetizer features marinated cheese and olives, perfect for gatherings or as a savory snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, cubed
- 3 ounces Havarti cheese, cubed
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1/4 cup black olives
- 1/4 cup green olives stuffed with pimentos
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon white distilled vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cubed sharp cheddar and Havarti cheeses, ensuring they are well mixed.
- Add the sliced bell pepper, black olives, and green olives, folding them gently into the cheese mixture.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, white distilled vinegar, and dried Italian herbs until they are well blended and aromatic.
- Carefully pour the dressing over the cheese and olive mixture. With gentle hands, toss everything together until well coated.
- Once coated, cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer it to an airtight container, and refrigerate for at least 120 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
For best results, allow the cheese and olives to marinate overnight for a deeper flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg