Marinated Artichoke Salad ๐ฅ
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour and 5 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
This Marinated Artichoke Salad is a delightful blend of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. With its fresh ingredients and zesty dressing, it’s perfect for a quick weeknight meal or as a refreshing side dish for any occasion.
Ingredients:
- 1 can water-packed artichoke hearts
- 1 ripe tomato
- 1/2 green pepper
- 1/3 red onion
- Salad dressing of your choice
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 107.2
- Fat: 4.4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 339.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 6.2g
- Sugar: 4g
- Protein: 4.1g
Recipe Category:
Vegetable ๐ฑ
Keywords:
European, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Spring, Weeknight, No Cook, Refrigerator, Less than 4 Hours, Easy
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients:
- Drain the water-packed artichoke hearts and chop them into bite-sized pieces.
- Dice the ripe tomato, green pepper, and red onion into small, uniform pieces.
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Combine Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped artichoke hearts, diced tomato, green pepper, and red onion.
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Add Dressing:
- Drizzle your favorite salad dressing over the mixture. Choose a dressing that complements the flavors of the salad, such as a vinaigrette or a light Italian dressing.
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Toss to Coat:
- Gently toss the ingredients together, ensuring that the dressing evenly coats all the vegetables. This will ensure that every bite is bursting with flavor.
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Marinate:
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour. This allows the flavors to meld together and develop, resulting in a more delicious and cohesive dish.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Once chilled and marinated, give the salad a final toss before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or basil, if desired, for an extra pop of color and flavor.
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Serve:
- Serve the Marinated Artichoke Salad as a side dish alongside your favorite main course, or enjoy it as a light and healthy meal on its own.
Notes:
- Feel free to customize this salad with additional ingredients such as olives, cucumber, or feta cheese to suit your taste preferences.
- For added convenience, you can make this salad ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before serving.
- This salad is not only delicious but also nutritious, making it a perfect option for those following a low-protein or low-cholesterol diet.
Enjoy this vibrant and flavorful Marinated Artichoke Salad with friends and family, and watch it disappear in no time! ๐
