Discover five easy olive recipes packed with heart-healthy, anti-inflammatory, and longevity-boosting benefits.

Today, to my surprise, Ive come to decide theyre beyond exquisite.

has quickly grown over the years.

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My days without them were the pits!

Now, my life (and#GirlDinners) are filled with olive everything.

(As cliche as that may be.)

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What makes olives so good for you?

If this is the first time youve heard about thehealth benefits of olives, youre welcome.

Whats more, olives are rich inlongevity-boosting antioxidantslike vitamin E and polyphenolsthat help protect the body against oxidative stress.

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So, how can we incorporate more of em into our daily lives?

Keep reading to find out several savoryandsweet olive recipes to give them the attention they deserve.

5 olive recipes thatll make your heart happy

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Olive Oil Cake

Yes,birthday cakeand devils food cake are delicious.

But have you ever tried olive oil cake?

Its a game-changer when it comes to olive recipes.

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The beauty lies in the simplicity of the dish and the ingredients used to make it.

Pair it with a cup ofantioxidant-rich tea, and you have the perfect afternoon snack.

olives, aka one of her favorite ingredients that represent her passion for Mediterranean cooking and her Lebanese roots.

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Nothing to be intimidated about here.

Get the recipe:Warm Marinated Olives with Lemon Zest, Rosemary, and Almonds

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But thats not all.

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This recipe also features many of the Blue Zone-approved ingredients we know and love.

In fact, this recipe should be dubbed the Longevity Sheet Pan Dinner.

Get the recipe:Greek Sheet Pan Dinner

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Get the recipe:Olive Tapenade

5.

Beef Empanadas

Love empanadas?

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