Description
Elevate your gatherings with these easy-to-make skewered cheese and olives. Perfect for parties or quiet nights in, these colorful bites blend creamy cheese and briny olives for an explosion of flavor in every bite. The vibrant presentation will have everyone reaching for more, making them a memorable addition to any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz firm cheese (cheddar or gouda), cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup mixed olives (green and black)
- 10 wooden or metal skewers
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
- Fresh herbs (basil or oregano) for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes if using.
- Thread one cheese cube onto each skewer, followed by an olive. Alternate until the skewer is filled.
- If desired, add cherry tomato halves between cheese and olives for added flavor.
- Chill skewers in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve with dips like hummus or tzatziki for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking involved
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (40g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Mix different cheeses and olives for a unique flavor twist. Marinate olives in herbs and olive oil beforehand to enhance taste.