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Tuscan Artichoke Tomato Salad

Tuscan Artichoke Tomato Salad: A Fresh Vegan Summer Treat

Tuscan Artichoke Tomato Salad is a vibrant, vegan dish that combines fresh tomatoes, tangy artichokes, and chickpeas, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 1 medium Red Onion Thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Marinated Artichoke Hearts Well-drained
  • 1 can Chickpeas Rinsed and dried
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Chopped
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Chives Chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Capers Optional
For the Vinaigrette
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Can substitute with white vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Parsley Can substitute with fresh parsley
  • Salt To taste
  • Black Pepper To taste

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • small mixing bowl
  • Wooden Spoon
  • salad fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by preparing your fresh ingredients for the Tuscan Artichoke Tomato Salad. Halve the cherry tomatoes and place them in a large mixing bowl. Thinly slice the red onion, chop the chives and fresh basil, and drain the marinated artichoke hearts, ensuring minimal moisture. Rinse and dry the chickpeas thoroughly.
  2. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar until well combined. Add ½ teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of dried parsley, and season generously with salt and black pepper.
  3. Add the prepped cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, chopped chives, basil, drained artichoke hearts, chickpeas, and a handful of capers into the large mixing bowl. Gently mix these vibrant ingredients until evenly distributed.
  4. Slowly drizzle the prepared vinaigrette over the combined ingredients in the bowl. Toss gently but thoroughly until each component is well-coated with the dressing.
  5. You can serve the salad immediately or let it chill in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours. Allowing it to marinate will deepen the flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure all components are well-drained to avoid a soggy salad. Taste and adjust salt after adding capers, as their brininess can vary greatly.

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