Whole30 Mediterranean Artichoke Salad

Bright, zesty, and completely refreshing, this Whole30 Mediterranean Artichoke Salad is the perfect no-cook recipe for any day of the week. Packed with tender artichoke hearts, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and briny Kalamata olives, this salad delivers a nourishing medley of textures and bold Mediterranean-inspired flavors. A tangy homemade dressing made with extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, oregano, and minced garlic ties everything together beautifully. Ready in just 15 minutes, this gluten-free and dairy-free salad is not only Whole30-compliant but also ideal for meal prep or as a light, crowd-pleasing side dish for your next gathering. Serve it chilled for ultimate flavor and crunch!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 14 oz can artichoke hearts
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 large cucumber
• 0.5 red onion
• 0.5 cup Kalamata olives
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 clove garlic
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the artichoke hearts and roughly chop them into bite-sized pieces. Place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the artichokes.

Step 3

Peel and dice the cucumber into small cubes and add to the bowl.

Step 4

Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the salad mixture.

Step 5

Pit and halve the Kalamata olives and add them to the mix.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to ensure everything is evenly coated.

Step 8

Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the salad.

Step 9

Give the salad one final toss, taste, and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1238.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1011.4

Total Fat 74.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2875.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 87.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.5g	0%
Total Sugars 18.9g
Protein 17.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 338.9mg	0%
Iron 9.3mg	0%
Potassium 2385.8mg	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: 61.5%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 32.2%