Learn how to make these tasty Spanish stuffed olive tapas with creamy feta cheese filling. This classic Spanish appetizer is bursting with flavors and will surely impress your guests. The combination of briny olives and tangy feta cheese creates a delightful flavor profile that will leave you craving for more. Enjoy these tapas as a party appetizer or serve them alongside your favorite glass of wine for a perfect evening snack. With this easy-to-follow recipe, you can recreate the authentic taste of Spain right in your own kitchen.
Ingredients
- 1 cup pitted green olives
- 1 cup pitted black olives
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Directions
- In a small bowl, combine the crumbled feta cheese, extra virgin olive oil, chopped fresh parsley, and finely grated lemon zest.
- Use a small spoon or your fingers to stuff each olive with the feta cheese mixture. Press the filling firmly into the olives.
- Arrange the stuffed olives on a serving platter and sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper.
- Refrigerate for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve the Spanish stuffed olive tapas as a delicious appetizer or snack.
