Description
A refreshing and vibrant Italian Artichoke Salad featuring tender artichoke hearts, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crisp red onions, all tossed in a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. This quick and easy salad is perfect as a light appetizer or side dish, bursting with Mediterranean flavors and ready in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 1 can artichoke hearts, drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the salad base: In a large bowl, combine the drained artichoke hearts, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped fresh parsley, ensuring all ingredients are evenly mixed.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well emulsified and smooth.
- Toss the salad: Pour the dressing over the combined salad ingredients and gently toss to coat everything evenly without bruising the tomatoes or artichokes.
- Allow flavors to meld: Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes at room temperature before serving to let the vibrant flavors marry and enhance the overall taste.
Notes
- For extra freshness, use freshly squeezed lemon juice rather than bottled.
- Can be served chilled by refrigerating for 30 minutes before serving.
- Add black olives or crumbled feta cheese for extra flavor variations.
- This salad is perfect as a side dish or light appetizer for Italian-inspired meals.
