Tomato and Artichoke Salad with Capers
Brighten your table with this refreshing Tomato and Artichoke Salad with Capers. Bursting with juicy cherry tomatoes, tangy artichokes, and briny capers, this salad is a delightful mix of flavors that transports you to sunny picnics and gatherings. Perfect as a light lunch or side dish, it’s easy to prepare and visually stunning, making it a great addition to any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 2 tbsp capers, rinsed
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, roughly chopped
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar (preferably aged)
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by washing the cherry tomatoes and patting them dry. Halve each tomato.
- Dice the red onion finely to balance sweetness and crunch.
- In a large bowl, combine halved tomatoes, artichokes, capers, red onion, and basil. Toss gently to mix.
- Drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the salad. Season with salt and pepper; toss again lightly.
- Let the salad rest for 10-15 minutes at room temperature for flavors to meld.
- Serve in an elegant bowl or individual plates. Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg