Description
Tuscan Artichoke Tomato Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer. Combining juicy tomatoes, tender artichokes, and fragrant basil, this salad is a celebration of flavors and colors. Ideal for casual family dinners or festive gatherings, it’s quick to prepare and sure to impress your guests. With its delightful aroma and taste, you’ll find yourself making this salad over and over again!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced (heirloom or Roma)
- 1 cup canned artichoke hearts, quartered
- ½ cup fresh basil, chopped
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp aged balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash all produce thoroughly and pat dry.
- Dice the ripe tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- Quarter the canned artichoke hearts.
- Thinly slice the red onion and chop the fresh basil.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar; season with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, artichokes, onion, and basil. Pour dressing over the mixture and gently toss until coated.
- Let sit for 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking involved
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg