Ingredients
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- 1 can (14 oz) artichoke hearts, drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the ingredients: Rinse cherry tomatoes and slice in half. Thinly slice the red onion and soak in cold water for about 10 minutes to mellow the flavor.
- 2. Combine the veggies: In a large bowl, toss together cherry tomatoes, drained artichoke hearts (chopped if desired), and soaked red onion slices.
- 3. Dress the salad: Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture. Season with salt and pepper, then gently toss to combine.
- 4. Add fresh herbs: Tear basil leaves into pieces and add them to the bowl. Toss gently until mixed well.
- 5. Let it marinate: Allow the salad to sit for about 10 minutes before serving to enhance flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating olives or capers. This salad can be made ahead of time; just keep the dressing separate until serving. Feel free to swap artichokes for roasted bell peppers for a different twist.