Tuscan Artichoke Tomato Salad
Tuscan Artichoke Tomato Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that bursts with flavor. This delightful salad features juicy heirloom tomatoes, tender marinated artichoke hearts, and aromatic fresh basil, all tossed in a drizzle of high-quality olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Perfect for summer gatherings or light dinners, this salad is not just easy to prepare, but it also serves as an eye-catching centerpiece on any table. Experience a delicious explosion of flavors that will leave you and your guests craving more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups ripe heirloom tomatoes, diced
- 1 can (14 oz) marinated artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
- 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on the countertop.
- Dice the heirloom tomatoes and thinly slice the red onion.
- Drain and rinse the artichoke hearts before cutting them into quarters.
- In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, artichokes, red onion, and torn basil leaves.
- Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the mixture; season with salt and pepper.
- Gently toss everything together until well combined; be careful not to mash the artichokes.
- Let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes at room temperature to allow flavors to meld before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor variations, consider adding feta cheese or swapping artichokes for olives. The salad can be prepared ahead of time but add herbs right before serving for freshness.