Olives Recipes

These recipes with olives are tasty enough to convert any skeptic. Whether you like black olives on your pizza, green olives on your sandwiches or kalamata olives on your salads, there’s lots to love.

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    Greek Olive Tapenade

    Welcome to an olive lover’s dream. Mix olives with freshly minced garlic, parsley and a few drizzles of olive oil to have the ultimate in Mediterranean bliss. —Lisa Sojka, Rockport, Maine

    Spaghetti Squash with Tomatoes and Olives

    This squash is outstanding as a side dish, but you can also top it with canned tuna to create a...


    Chopped Greek Salad in a Jar

    Here's a lunchbox-friendly salad with lots of zesty flair. Prepare the jars on Sunday, and you'll have four grab-and-go lunches...


    Baked Baby Potatoes with Olive Pesto

    These little cuties pack all the appeal of a dinner baked potato into a perfect bite-sized appetizer. I top each...


    Raspberry Greek Salad

    “An interesting combination of sweet and salty flavors gives this Greek salad a delicious twist. And the tart chewiness of...

    Greek Shrimp Orzo

    This is one of our go-to meals. It's finger-licking good and so satisfying, and it reheats well. My husband would...


    Mediterranean Orzo Chicken Salad

    On hot days, I pull out this recipe for a cool supper. The lemon dressing is so refreshing. If you...


    Tuscan-Style Chicken

    I found this Italian-style chicken recipe in a magazine and tweaked it to my family's tastes. I have taken it...


    Greek Deviled Eggs

    Want a zippy update on the classic deviled egg? Tomatoes, olives and a dash of yogurt turn this Greek version...


    Greek Tilapia

    While on a trip through the Greek islands, my husband and I had a dish that we loved. I tried...


    Chopped Greek Salad

    While living in San Diego during college, I had a favorite Greek casual dining spot. Now that I'm back in...


    Grilled Steaks with Greek Relish

    My ribeye steak dinner showcases the flavors of Greece. These steaks go well with hummus and pita bread. —Mary Lou...


    Lone Star Chicken Enchiladas

    Start with deli-roasted chicken and this family-friendly casserole will be ready in no time. For a milder version, use Monterey...

    Grilled Ribeyes with Greek Relish

    The classic Grecian flavors of olives, feta cheese and tomatoes are a surefire hit. Combine them to complement a perfectly...


    Greek Couscous Salad

    Bright flavors and crisp raw veggies make a satisfying salad that's hearty enough to be a full meal. —Teri Rasey,...


    Double-Duty Chicken with Olives & Artichokes

    My grandmother came from the region around Seville, Spain, where olives are produced. They get a starring role in her...


    Greek Feta Salad

    With juicy tomatoes, feta cheese, onions and olives slightly marinated in a red wine vinaigrette, this light and refreshing salad...


    Traditional Shepherd’s Pie

    Instead of a pastry crust, this traditional shepherd's pie creates a savory crust with mashed potatoes. The bacon adds a...


    Simple Marinated Shrimp

    My easy crowd-pleasing recipe is prepared a day ahead of time, cutting down on the need for party-day fuss. I...


    Mama Rachel’s Mediterranean Pizza

    Pizza has been a regular weekend dinner at our house since my pizza-crazy boys, now 21 and 25, were just...


    Greek Olive Bread

    The dough for this delicious bread is great to work with, making it easy to knead in the olives and...


    Feta Steak Tacos

    I love tacos, and came up with this version to make them with Mediterranean flavors as opposed to Mexican. They...

    Olive & Onion Quick Bread

    I’ve been baking for over 50 years and I never get tired of trying new recipes for my family, friends...


    Mediterranean Pastry Pinwheels

    These quick appetizers are irresistible. The flavors of sun-dried tomatoes and pesto balance beautifully. —Kristen Heigl, Staten Island, New York


    Greek Fish Bake

    As a military spouse living overseas, I got the chance to try many styles of cooking. Here's a Mediterranean-inspired recipe...


    Olive-Cucumber Finger Sandwiches

    Along with a refreshing beverage, I served these attractive hors d'oeuvres to guests at my Garden Party. The crisp cucumbers...


    Southwestern Taco Salad

    I came across this recipe while spending a winter in Arizona. Now as soon as we return home each spring,...


    Personal Pizza

    I practically lived on these mini pizzas when I was in college. Packaged pizza crust mixes make it easy recipe...