Marinated Olives and Goat Cheese

• servings: 6 servings
• total time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

1/2 c. pitted Castelvetrano olives, smashed

3 strips lemon zest, thinly sliced

2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced

1 sprig fresh oregano, leaves only

1 1/2 tsp. pink peppercorns, crushed

1 tsp. whole coriander, crushed

1/2 c. olive oil

4 oz. fresh goat cheese

Flaky sea salt

Crostini and vegetables, for serving

Directions

In small saucepan, warm olives, lemon zest, garlic, oregano, peppercorns, coriander, and oil on low until garlic is golden brown, about 5 minutes.

Break goat cheese into pieces and arrange in shallow bowl or on platter. Spoon warm oil mixture on top and let sit 10 minutes. Sprinkle with salt and serve with crostini and vegetables for dipping and spreading.