Break away from the usual with our chunky artichoke salsa—a delightful twist that's sure to surprise and please. This salsa packs all the punch and pizzazz you love in a classic salsa, but with an unexpected and delicious twist. Perfect for enjoying on your own, with family, or impressing guests at your next gathering.
This salsa variation is incredibly versatile, making it a perfect substitute for traditional salsa in any dish. Whether you're topping grilled chicken, serving it with tortilla chips, or adding it to tacos, this recipe shines. Its fresh, vibrant flavors make it an ideal choice for summer gatherings, but it's so delicious that you'll find yourself reaching for it all year round.
Enjoy it alongside some homemade tortillas, added into some fajitas, or even by itself!
🥘 Ingredients
- Marinated artichokes
- Black olives
- Red onion
- Tomatoes
- Garlic
- Fresh basil
- salt and pepper
See recipe card for quantities.
🔪 Instructions
Making the salsa is easy; just follow these simple steps below.
Step 1 - Chop artichokes and add to bowl along with the marinade from the jar
Step 2 - Add remaining ingredients
Step 3 - Gently Stir to Combine
Step 4 - Stir to combine, then serve with your favorite chips!
Hint: You can serve this right away, but it's even better if you stash it in the fridge for a few hours to let the flavors all combine.
🍽 Equipment
The great thing about this recipe is that you don't need any special equipment at all! Just a knife for mincing and dicing, and a bowl for mixing and storage.
🥡 Storage
You can store this in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. The canned/jar ingredients will last longer, but the fresh basil and tomatoes will perish sooner. So if you're unsure, take a good look at the tomatoes to see if you think it's still edible.
I have not tried freezing it, but I suspect it might be mushy upon thawing. It's so easy to make, and the quantity is fairly small, so you might not need to ever freeze any,
❓ FAQ
Store the salsa in an airtight container
The marinade from the jar of artichokes is an important component of this recipe. You would need to include some kind of oil, such as olive oil, as well as additional spices if you choose to use fresh artichokes.
Absolutely! It keeps for 3-4 days, and allowing it to rest for a few hours enhances the final flavor.
All of the fresh ingredients are vegan-friendly and gluten-free. Check the packaging on the black olives and marinated artichokes, as well as any chips you might serve it with, to make sure they meet your specific needs.
No, not really. It has a strong flavor, but no real heat.
Recipe
Chunky Artichoke Salsa
Ingredients
- 1 6.5 ounce jar of marinated artichokes
- ¼ cup black olives
- 2 tablespoons red onion chopped
- 2-3 tomatoes chopped
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil snipped
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Por the marinade from the jar of artichokes into a medium bowl, then chop the remaining artichokes.1 6.5 ounce jar of marinated artichokes
- Combine all ingredients to the bowl with the marinade, and mix gently.¼ cup black olives, 2 tablespoons red onion, 2-3 tomatoes, 1 clove garlic, 2 tablespoons fresh basil
- Add salt and pepper to taste.salt, black pepper
- For best taste, refrigerate before serving.
- Serve with tortilla chips, pita chips, or as a topping on baked chicken or fish.
Sarah Morgan
Interesting! I don't think I'd use it instead of salsa, but it makes a dip that is a nice change.