Artichoke salad with tomatoes and capers is a bright Mediterranean-style dish packed with tangy, briny, and fresh flavors — perfect as a light lunch, appetizer, or side.
Refreshing Tomato & Artichoke Salad with Capers
Ingredients
- 3 cups ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1 can or jar artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
- 2 tbsp capers, drained
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice or red wine vinegar
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley
Instructions
1. Prepare the Vegetables
Place tomatoes, artichokes, capers, and red onion into a large bowl.
2. Make the Dressing
Whisk together:
- olive oil
- lemon juice or vinegar
- garlic
- salt
- pepper
3. Toss & Marinate
Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently.
Let sit for 10–15 minutes so the flavors blend.
4. Finish & Serve
Top with fresh basil or parsley before serving.
Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Delicious Additions
- Crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh mozzarella pearls
- Cucumber slices
- Kalamata olives
- Avocado chunks
Serving Ideas
- With grilled chicken or fish
- Alongside crusty bread
- As a picnic or summer BBQ side
- Over mixed greens
