Description
This Mediterranean Artichoke Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish featuring tender artichoke hearts, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, kalamata olives, and tangy feta cheese. Tossed in a zesty olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing with oregano, this salad is perfect as a light main course or a flavorful side dish. It’s quick to prepare, gluten-free, vegetarian, and packed with Mediterranean flavors.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 1 can (14 oz) quartered artichoke hearts, drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Dressing Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the drained artichoke hearts, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, pitted and halved kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped fresh parsley. Gently mix to evenly distribute the ingredients.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until well blended and emulsified, creating a flavorful dressing.
- Toss Salad with Dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the combined salad ingredients. Toss gently but thoroughly to coat all components evenly with the dressing, ensuring balanced flavor in every bite.
- Chill the Salad: Cover the salad and place it in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes. This chilling time allows the flavors to meld together and enhances the overall taste and freshness of the salad.
- Serve: Serve the Mediterranean Artichoke Salad cold, either as a refreshing side dish or a light main course, perfect for warm weather meals or Mediterranean-inspired gatherings.
Notes
- Fresh oregano can be used as a substitute for dried oregano if preferred, providing a brighter herbaceous note.
- For added protein, consider stirring in chickpeas or topping the salad with grilled chicken.
- This salad can be stored in the refrigerator, covered, for up to 2 days without losing flavor or texture.
