Mediterranean Artichoke Salad

Bursting with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, Mediterranean Artichoke Salad is a fresh, tangy, and utterly satisfying dish that’s perfect as a light main course or a colorful side. This quick-to-make recipe brings together tender marinated artichoke hearts, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, bold red onion, briny kalamata olives, and creamy crumbled feta cheese, all topped with a zesty homemade dressing of extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and oregano. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this salad is a Mediterranean dream in every bite! Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights, potlucks, or outdoor gatherings. Serve it with warm pita bread or alongside your favorite grilled dishes for a truly delightful meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 14 oz can canned artichoke hearts
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium cucumber
• 0.5 small red onion
• 0.5 cup kalamata olives
• 0.5 cup feta cheese
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Drain the canned artichoke hearts and rinse them under cold water to remove excess brine. Pat them dry with paper towels and cut them into quarters. Place in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Wash the cherry tomatoes, then halve them and add them to the salad bowl.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber, slice it lengthwise into quarters, and then chop it into bite-sized pieces. Add the cucumber to the salad bowl.

Step 4

Slice the red onion thinly and add it to the bowl.

Step 5

Pit the kalamata olives if necessary, then slice them and add them to the salad mixture.

Step 6

Crumble the feta cheese over the salad ingredients.

Step 7

Chop the fresh parsley finely and sprinkle it over the salad.

Step 8

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.

Step 9

Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss all ingredients together until everything is evenly coated and mixed.

Step 10

Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes at room temperature before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Serve as a refreshing side or light main dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1083.8 grams (1083.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1140

Total Fat 90.50g	116%
Saturated Fat 19.90g	99%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 67mg	22%
Sodium 3842mg	167%
Total Carbohydrate 72.70g	26%
Dietary Fiber 33.50g	120%
Total Sugars 13.60g
Protein 26.90g	54%

Vitamin D 12IU	60%
Calcium 703mg	54%
Iron 12mg	64%
Potassium 1472mg	31%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.2%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 24.0%