Dairy-Free Mediterranean Artichoke Salad
Dive into the vibrant and refreshing flavors of this Dairy-Free Mediterranean Artichoke Salad, a quick and wholesome dish that highlights the best of Mediterranean cuisine. Packed with tender artichoke hearts, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and tangy Kalamata olives, this salad is brimming with bold, fresh ingredients. Tossed in a zesty homemade lemon-olive oil dressing infused with garlic and red wine vinegar, it’s a perfect dairy-free option that’s both light and satisfying. Ready in just 15 minutes, this colorful salad is ideal for a speedy lunch, a crowd-pleasing side dish, or even a stunning addition to your plant-based meals. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a healthy, flavorful boost that’s filled with Mediterranean charm.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 14 oz can Artichoke hearts
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.5 Red onion
- 0.5 cup Kalamata olives
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley
- 1 Lemon
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Drain and rinse the artichoke hearts. Cut them into quarters and place them in a large bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the artichokes.
Peel and dice the cucumber into small cubes, and add it to the bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion and add the slices to the bowl.
Pit the Kalamata olives if necessary, then slice them in half and add to the bowl.
Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the salad mixture.
For the dressing, juice the lemon and add the juice to a small bowl.
Add the olive oil, red wine vinegar, and minced garlic clove to the lemon juice. Whisk until well combined.
Season the dressing with salt and black pepper, and whisk again.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the large bowl.
Toss everything together gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled or at room temperature, adjusting seasoning to taste before presenting.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1139 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.3 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.9 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2874 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.4 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.8 g | 131% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.3 g | ||
| Protein | 16.4 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 312 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 2154 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
