Description
Tuscan Artichoke Tomato Salad is a refreshing Mediterranean dish that bursts with vibrant flavors. This easy-to-make salad combines tender artichokes, juicy tomatoes, and zesty dressing, creating an irresistible blend that brings sunshine to your table. Perfect for summer barbecues or as a light side dish, it’s sure to impress friends and family alike. Dive into this colorful bowl of goodness and elevate your next meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium Fresh Artichokes
- 2 ripe Tomatoes (chopped)
- 1 small Red Onion (thinly sliced)
- 4 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)
- ¼ cup Fresh Basil (torn)
- Salt & Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the artichokes by washing them and removing tough outer leaves until tender ones are exposed. Cut off the top inch and slice in half lengthwise.
- Boil salted water in a pot and cook the artichoke halves for 10-15 minutes until tender; they should pierce easily with a fork.
- While the artichokes cook, chop the tomatoes and slice the red onion thinly.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create your dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked artichokes, chopped tomatoes, red onion slices, and torn basil leaves. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently to coat.
- Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes before serving to enhance flavor melding.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg