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Athena’s Olive Salad
In mythology, Athena won the city of Athens in a contest against Poseidon. She did
this by bringing the first domesticated olive tree to the people. This tree brought
food, oil and wood to the people, which was far more important than the salty
seawater Poseidon offered. To honor Athena, olives and olive branches are often
offered. Olives are also high in vitamin E, healthy fat, and full of antioxidants.
Ingredients: Mix all of the ingredients together,
1 cup kalamata olives, pits removed adding olive oil until the desired
1 cup green olives, pits removed consistency. Chill in the refrigerator.
1/2 cup roasted red bell pepper
1 tbsp capers This olive salad can be served and eaten
2 cloves of garlic by itself with bread or crackers. Or, use
1/4 cup parsley it as a condiment on sandwiches or
Olive oil to consistency salads. It can also be served over cooked
chicken, and is delicious on toast with
Instructions: cream cheese.
Coarsely chop the olives, bell pepper,
capers, and parsley. Mince the garlic. Enjoy!
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