Description
This Marinated Cheese and Olives recipe features a delightful mix of sharp cheddar and creamy Havarti cheeses, combined with colorful bell peppers and olives. Perfect for gatherings, this appetizer is easy to prepare and bursting with flavor!
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 mixing bowl, combine all ingredients and stir well to coat everything evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
- Before serving, let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
Notes
- For enhanced flavor, consider marinating overnight.
- Serve with crackers or fresh bread for a delightful appetizer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg