Filema – Green Olives 250 g
In Greece, olives are a staple at the table – alongside bread, cheese, and olive oil. Filema green olives from Crete are firm, distinct, and ready to serve immediately after opening. They are perfect as a simple mezze, an addition to salads, and something "to snack on" at a shared table.
Origin and Ingredients
A Filema brand product. Origin: Crete, Greece.
Ingredients: classic green olives in brine (e.g., water, salt, acidity regulator).
Taste and Texture
Green olives are usually more firm and distinct than black olives. They have a clean, olive flavor that pairs well with both appetizers and Mediterranean dishes.
Culinary Uses
- mezze and appetizers: simply in a bowl, on the table
- salads: especially with tomatoes, cucumber, and feta
- cheese board: with feta, aged cheeses, and bread
- sandwiches and wraps: as a distinctive addition
- pastes: chop the olives and mix with extra virgin olive oil
- warm dishes: add at the end to vegetables or pasta
What to Pair With
Most simply: feta, tomatoes, cucumber, extra virgin olive oil, and oregano. For mezze-style appetizers, olive paste, sun-dried tomatoes, and bread also pair well.
Key Benefits
- origin: Crete → classic Greek destination
- ready mezze → quick snack with no preparation
- firm and distinct → hold their shape well in salads
- versatile use → appetizers, salads, boards, sandwiches
- 250 g → convenient portion for several occasions
- pairs with Mediterranean cuisine → simple and flavorful
Specification
| Producer / Brand |
Filema |
| Origin |
Crete, Greece |
| Ingredients |
green olives, brine |
| Allergens |
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| Weight |
250 g |
| Storage |
according to information on the packaging |
| Best before date |
according to information on the packaging |
How to Serve
- serve in a bowl as a table appetizer
- add to salad just before serving
- on a board: combine with feta, bread, and extra virgin olive oil
- after opening, store according to the label and keep in brine
FAQ
1) Are the olives very salty?
It depends on the brine. If you prefer milder, you can rinse them briefly and drain.
2) Are they suitable for Greek salad?
Yes – they pair well with tomatoes, cucumber, and feta, especially as a simple, olive-y addition.
3) Do they have pits?
Yes.
4) How to store after opening?
According to information on the packaging; typically: in the refrigerator, in brine, tightly sealed.
5) What do they pair best with?
With mezze, salads, and cheese boards – especially in combination with feta and bread.
Who are they ideal for?
- for those who love classic mezze and "on the table" appetizers
- for fans of feta salads and Mediterranean cuisine
- for gatherings and dinners when you want to serve a ready-made snack without effort
Pairs with
- feta
- extra virgin olive oil
- Greek oregano
- olive paste / tapenade
- bread / pita
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