LEMON-HERB OLIVES WITH GOAT CHEESE

Lemon-Herb Olives with Goat Cheese image

Greek olives have a fruity flavor that comes into play when you mix them with lemon and fresh herbs. Spoon over goat cheese and slather on crackers. -Jeanne Ambrose, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh oregano or rosemary
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup assorted pitted Greek olives
1 package (5.3 ounces) fresh goat cheese
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
Assorted crackers

Steps:

In a small skillet, combine the first 5 ingredients; heat over medium heat just until fragrant, 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in olives; heat through, allowing flavors to blend. Cool completely., To serve, place cheese on a serving plate. Stir basil into olive mixture; spoon over cheese. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 285mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.