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Tuscan Artichoke Tomato Salad

Fresh Tuscan Artichoke Tomato Salad Ready in Just 20 Minutes

A vibrant Tuscan Artichoke Tomato Salad that is vegan, gluten-free, and ready in 20 minutes.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 0.5 medium red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup marinated artichoke hearts strained and rinsed
  • 1 can chickpeas 15 ounces, drained and rinsed
  • 0.25 cup fresh basil sliced into strips
  • 0.25 cup fresh chives chopped
  • 2 tablespoons capers optional
For the Dressing
  • 0.25 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • to taste salt
  • to taste ground black pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • small bowl
  • Whisk
  • Paper towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by halving the cherry tomatoes and placing them into a large mixing bowl. Slice the red onion and chop the chives, adding them to the tomatoes. Slice the basil into strips and incorporate into the bowl.
  2. Strain and rinse the marinated artichoke hearts and chickpeas under cold water, then pat dry.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried parsley, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well blended and emulsified.
  4. In the large mixing bowl, add the strained artichokes and chickpeas along with capers. Pour the vinaigrette over and toss gently until coated.
  5. Serve immediately or cover and chill in the refrigerator for 1–2 hours to enhance flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Rinse and dry chickpeas thoroughly to prevent a watery salad. Use ripe, firm cherry tomatoes for best results. Allowing the salad to chill for 1-2 hours enhances flavor.

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