How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Salsa Lucía ?

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives, minced, 1 tablespoon capers, rinsed, dried, and minced, 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, minced, 1 garlic clove, minced, and more.

Is Salsa Lucía suitable as snacks & appetizers?

Yes, Salsa Lucía falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Salsa Lucía ?

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Salsa Lucía Recipe

Name: Salsa Lucía
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives, minced; 1 tablespoon capers, rinsed, dried, and minced; 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, minced; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 red bell pepper, minced; 1 green bell pepper, minced; 1 small red onion, minced; 1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 cup extra virgin olive oil

Try this homemade Salsa Lucía recipe the whole family will love. Made with olives, capers, thyme and garlic. Easy step-by-step instructions included.

This Salsa Lucía relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as fresh thyme leaves, minced, garlic clove, minced, red bell pepper, minced and green bell pepper, minced. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 597 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Snacks & Appetizers

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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