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Salsa Italiano

  • 1 lbs (2 large) fresh tomatoes, seeded and diced
  • 1/2 cup chopped red onion
  • 1 can (2.25 oz) sliced ripe olives
  • 1 jar (6 oz) marinated artichoke hearts
  • 2 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 3 Tbsp chopped fresh basil
  • 1/4 tsp crushed hot red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/8 tsp ground black pepper

In a medium bowl, combine tomato, onion and olives. Slice artichoke hearts, reserving marinade. Stir sliced artichoke hearts into tomato mixture; set aside. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, garlic, basil, pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, and 2 Tbsp. artichoke marinade. Gently mix dressing with tomato mixture. Serve with roast or barbecued chicken.

Servings:
About 2 cups