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The olive, known by the botanical name Olea europaea, meaning “European olive”, is a species of small tree in the familyOleaceae, found in the Mediterranean Basin from Portugal to the Levant, the Arabian Peninsula, and southern Asia as far east as China, as well as the Canary Islands and Réunion. The species is cultivated in many places and considered naturalized in all the countries of the Mediterranean coast, as well as in Argentina, Saudi Arabia, Java, Norfolk Island, California, and Bermuda. Olea europaea is the type species for the genus Olea,More info:wiki

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#10       Olives dressed with Chilli, Lemon & Mint,More info:therealoliveco

 

#9        All About Olives,More info:delallo

The olive has such a long and beloved history in the Mediterranean that, to an Italian, olive trees almost seem holy. From the olive’s place in early mythology to its current position in food culture, there is much to say about this noble fruit. The best olives come in a wide range of classes, colors, flavors, and curing methods, making them an ideal and versatile addition to the antipasto board. If you’re craving olives and want to learn about the basic history, harvesting and curing methods, and pairings for this popular fruit, our olives encyclopedia is a great place to begin.

#8       Warmed Spiced Olives,More info:epicurious

 

#7       CITRUS HERB MARINATED OLIVES,More info:realhousemoms

 

#6       Warm Marinated Olives with Thyme and Lemon,More info:cleaneatingmag

Heating whole, unpitted olives with vinegar, oil, herbs and spices wakes up their flavors and makes them soft and plump. A mix of buttery green Castelvetrano and Kalamata olives is lovely, but you can substitute whatever plain, unmarinated olives you have on hand.

#5      PAN FRIED HADDOCK WITH OLIVES AND TOMATOES,More info:realmealrevolution

 

#4       Watermelon and feta salad with marinated olives and preserved lemon,More info:ottolenghi

 

#3      SPAGHETTI WITH TOMATOES, BLACK OLIVES & BLUE CHEESE,More info:hipfoodiemom

 

#2      GARLIC OLIVE OIL QUINOA PASTA WITH GORDAL OLIVES FROM SPAIN,More info:ihartnutrition

 

#1      ROASTED CAULIFLOWER AND OLIVES,More info:soufflebombay

 

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