Artichoke Hearts Salad

This Italian-inspired Artichoke Hearts Salad is a fresh and vibrant dish, perfect for a low-carb supper. Packed with flavors from herbs and lemon, it makes for a light yet satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Artichoke hearts (canned or jarred) - 200 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams
• Fresh basil - 10 grams
• Parmesan cheese (shaved) - 30 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic (minced) - 1 clove
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Drain and rinse the artichoke hearts under cold water, then cut them into quarters.
2. Halve the cherry tomatoes and place them in a mixing bowl with the artichoke hearts.
3. Chop the fresh basil and add it to the bowl.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine.
6. Transfer the salad to a serving dish and sprinkle with shaved Parmesan cheese before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 9 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 16 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from artichokes and tomatoes.
• Low in carbs, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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