Low Sodium Mediterranean Artichoke Salad

Bright, refreshing, and packed with Mediterranean flavors, this Low Sodium Mediterranean Artichoke Salad is a guilt-free delight perfect for any meal. Featuring tender, unsalted artichoke hearts paired with juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, vibrant red bell pepper, and tangy low-sodium feta cheese, this salad strikes the perfect balance of taste and health. A zesty dressing made with extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic garlic ties everything together, while fresh herbs like parsley and basil provide an herby finishing touch. With just 20 minutes of prep and no cooking required, this heart-healthy dish is ideal as a light lunch, flavorful side, or refreshing addition to your next gathering. Easy to make, low in sodium, and bursting with wholesome ingredients, this Mediterranean artichoke salad is destined to become a go-to favorite in your recipe collection.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 14 oz artichoke hearts, canned or jarred, unsalted
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 large cucumber, diced
• 0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup black olives, low-sodium, sliced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 0.5 cup feta cheese, low-sodium, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly cracked

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the artichoke hearts thoroughly under cold water to remove excess sodium. Then, cut them into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, sliced olives, and diced red bell pepper.

Step 3

Add the chopped artichoke hearts to the vegetable mixture.

Step 4

Sprinkle the low-sodium feta cheese over the vegetables.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and freshly cracked black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss until the salad is well-coated with the dressing.

Step 7

Garnish with fresh parsley and basil for extra flavor and a pop of color.

Step 8

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1271.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1119.8

Total Fat 88.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 85.5mg	0%
Sodium 977.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 69.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.0g	0%
Total Sugars 24.5g
Protein 33.8g	0%

Vitamin D 51.3IU	0%
Calcium 960.8mg	0%
Iron 8.2mg	0%
Potassium 1988.0mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.9%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 22.9%