Tomato and Artichoke Salad

Bursting with vibrant Mediterranean flavors, this Tomato and Artichoke Salad is a quick and healthy side dish that elevates any meal. Juicy cherry tomatoes, marinated artichoke hearts, and crisp red onion are tossed with fragrant fresh basil and parsley, then drizzled in a tangy red wine vinegar and olive oil dressing infused with garlic. Perfect for warm-weather dining, this no-cook salad comes together in just 15 minutes and pairs beautifully with grilled meats, pasta dishes, or crusty bread. A refreshing and nutritious choice, this salad is as visually stunning as it is delicious, making it the perfect addition to both casual meals and elegant dinner parties.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup marinated artichoke hearts
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1 clove garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and pat dry the cherry tomatoes, then slice them in half for a bite-sized portion.

Step 2

Drain and roughly chop the marinated artichoke hearts into smaller pieces.

Step 3

Peel and thinly slice the red onion into half-moons.

Step 4

Rinse the fresh basil leaves and parsley, then chop them finely.

Step 5

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, kosher salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 6

In a large salad bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, chopped artichoke hearts, sliced red onion, basil, and parsley.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss all the ingredients to coat them evenly in the dressing.

Step 8

Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 9

Serve immediately or let the salad chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to enhance the flavors before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	667.6 grams (667.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	536

Total Fat 41.60g	53%
Saturated Fat 5.90g	30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1235mg	54%
Total Carbohydrate 38.20g	14%
Dietary Fiber 14.60g	52%
Total Sugars 12.60g
Protein 7.80g	16%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 160mg	12%
Iron 4mg	23%
Potassium 1244mg	26%

*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: 67.0%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 27.4%