Description
Elevate your meals with this vibrant Tomato and Artichoke Salad with Capers. Bursting with juicy tomatoes, tangy artichokes, and zesty capers, this dish is not just a salad; it’s a flavor adventure! Perfect for summer picnics or cozy dinners, it’s a quick, refreshing addition that will impress family and friends alike. Enjoy this colorful salad as a delightful side or light main course.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 can (14 oz) marinated artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
- 2 tbsp capers, rinsed
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and wash the tomatoes under cold water; pat them dry.
- Dice the ripe tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- Drain and rinse the canned artichoke hearts; cut them into quarters.
- In a large bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped artichokes, and capers; toss gently.
- Tear fresh basil leaves over the salad and drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar; season with salt and pepper.
- Toss everything until evenly coated. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider substituting capers with olives or including crumbled feta cheese. Fresh herbs like oregano can introduce new dimensions to the taste profile.