Greek black olive

Greek black olives are a fundamental ingredient in Mediterranean cuisine, known for their intense and slightly bitter flavor, ideal for salads, appetizers, and traditional dishes like Greek salad. These olives primarily come from Greece, where they are cultivated in regions with a Mediterranean climate that favors their characteristic flavor and firm texture.

Greek black olives are the mature variety of the common olive, harvested at their optimal ripeness, which gives them a dark color and a more complex flavor profile. They are rich in healthy monounsaturated fats, antioxidants, and vitamins E and A, which provide benefits for the heart and contribute to skin health.

Regarding their synonyms in Spanish in different Latin American countries, they are also commonly known as black olives or Kalamata olives (although the latter is a specific designation within Greece, its use is common to refer to black olives of similar quality). In some countries like Mexico or Argentina, they are simply called black olives, while in Chile or Peru, similar names or regional variants may be found.

This ingredient is perfect for enhancing the flavor of Mediterranean dishes and adding an authentic and healthy touch to your recipes.