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    Home » Recipes » Vegan Salad Recipes

    Marinated Artichoke Hearts Salad

    By: Amy Katz · Published: Apr 11, 2019 · Last modified: Sep 14, 2021 · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Special diet: gluten-free, nut-free, soy-free, vegan
    Large serving bowl of salad

    Looking for a salad that's as delicious as the ones at your favorite Italian restaurant? This Marinated Artichoke Hearts Salad is for you. It's loaded with flavor from red onions, black olives, and a zesty homemade dressing. Make it in 15 minutes and enjoy it as a starter or light meal.

    Large serving bowl of mixed greens topped with artichoke hearts, red onions, and black olives

    Have you ever wondered why salads at restaurants tend to taste better than the ones we make at home? Part of the reason is because chefs are adept at using seasonings. But there's no reason why we can't use their tricks and make ours just as tasty, like this simple salad that's packed with mouthwatering flavor.

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    • Ingredients
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    Why you'll love this recipe

    • You can make it in 15 minutes.
    • The homemade dressing tastes better than store bought and only requires 5 ingredients, plus salt and pepper.
    • You can pair this delicious salad with all of your favorite dishes.

    Ingredients

    Small jar of salad dressing

    The salad itself is comprised of four elements:

    • Mixed salad greens
    • Marinated artichoke hearts from a jar
    • Black olives
    • Red onion

    Feel free to add or subtract components as you like. For example, you can add chickpeas or cannellini beans, leave off the olives, and add roasted red pepper strips.

    How to tame a strong onion

    If your onion is too sharp for your liking, soak the slices in a bowl of ice water for a few minutes. After 10 or 15 minutes, the onion will be much milder. Simply dry them off with a kitchen towel and continue with the recipe.

    And you only need a few ingredients to make the dressing. Simply add the following to a small jar, close the lid, and shake until combined:

    • Olive oil
    • Red wine vinegar
    • Italian seasoning
    • Garlic powder
    • Nutritional yeast
    • Salt and pepper

    Italian seasoning

    Italian seasoning is a flavorful blend of herbs and spices commonly found in Italian dishes. Using a pre-made mix you can purchase at the supermarket or online is very convenient.

    Frontier Co-op Organic Italian Seasoning

    • Certified organic and Non-GMO Project Verified
    • A classic blend of Mediterranean spices
    • Frontier is a member owned co-op, responsible to people and planet
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    Or you can easily make it yourself at home by combining equal parts of the dried herbs basil, oregano, marjoram, thyme, and rosemary. It's delicious in pasta sauces, salad dressings, and roasted vegetables.

    For the complete list of ingredients with measurements plus recipe instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    Serving suggestions

    This salad is perfect as a starter, especially with other Italian or Mediterranean-inspired dishes. Or pair it with soup or some crusty bread. These are some of my favorites:

    • Pasta such as Spaghetti with Zucchini or Eggplant Pasta
    • Soup such as Vegan Vegetable Soup or Creamy Lemon Orzo Soup
    • Warm bread like Bread SRSLY vegan gluten-free sourdough from San Francisco (I buy several loaves at a time online and keep them in the freezer.)
    Individual salad topped with dressing

    Storing

    Store the dressing separately from the salad if making it in advance or if you have leftovers. The dressing will last up to 3 days refrigerated.

    Shake well before using. If the oil has solidified, place the container of dressing on your kitchen counter at room temperature for a few minutes.

    FAQ

    What is the difference between canned and jarred artichoke hearts?

    Generally the ones in jars have been marinated, making them perfect for salads. The artichoke hearts that come in cans are usually packed in water and lack the flavor we're looking for in this recipe.

    What are marinated artichoke hearts marinated in?

    While the ingredients will vary from brand to brand, usually they are marinated in a combination of oil, vinegar or lemon juice, and herbs and spices such as garlic and oregano.

    What can I substitute for olives?

    If you aren't a fan of olives, capers are a great substitute since they also have a briny, salty flavor. And if you don't care for either one, simply leave them out.

    More unique green salad recipes

    Looking for more salad recipes that are easy to make and just as delicious as those offered in restaurants? Try some of these easy vegan favorites:

    • Chickpea Spinach Salad (15 Minute Recipe)
    • Mediterranean Green Olive Salad Dressing
    • California Guacamole Salad
    • Burma Superstar Tea Leaf Salad

    And for even more recipes, join the Vegan Mediterranean Diet Recipes Facebook group for support, inspiration, and fun.

    If you love this recipe, please give it 5 stars! ★★★★★

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    Marinated Artichoke Hearts Salad

    Looking for a salad that's as delicious as the ones at your favorite Italian restaurant? This Marinated Artichoke Hearts Salad is for you.
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    Special diet: gluten-free, nut-free, soy-free, vegan
    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: American, Italian, Mediterranean
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 193kcal
    Author: Amy Katz

    Equipment

    • Salad Bowl
    • Salad Servers

    Ingredients

    For the dressing:

    • 3 Tablespoons olive oil
    • 1.5 Tablespoons red wine vinegar
    • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon nutritional yeast
    • salt and pepper, to taste

    For the salad:

    • 4 cups mixed salad greens
    • 7.5 ounces quartered marinated artichoke hearts, drained
    • 2.25 ounces sliced black olives, drained
    • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
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    Instructions

    • Add the dressing ingredients to a small jar and shake to combine. Refrigerate until ready to serve the salads.
    • To make the salads, divide the mixed salad greens among 4 plates or bowls.
    • Top each salad with an equal amount of marinated artichoke hearts, sliced black olives, and red onion slices.
    • To serve, shake the jar of dressing and pour the desired amount on each salad.

    Notes

    Make sure to purchase the marinated artichokes that come in a glass jar rather than the canned variety packed in water.
    Store the dressing separately from the salad if making it in advance. The dressing will last 2-3 days refrigerated. Shake well before using. If the oil has solidified, place the container of dressing on your kitchen counter at room temperature for a few minutes.
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 193kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Sodium: 462mg | Potassium: 123mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1057IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1mg

    Nutritional information is an estimation only.

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    About Amy

    Amy Katz is a vegan recipe developer, photographer, and Certified Vegan Nutrition Health Coach. She loves sharing delicious plant-based Mediterranean diet recipes that home cooks of all levels can enjoy. Her easy vegan recipes have been featured on HuffPost, LIVESTRONG, Healthline, Parade, VegNews, BuzzFeed, MSN, Greatist, Country Living, Insider, Brit+Co, Well+Good, and more. She lives in Orange County, California with the love of her life, Brad, and their adorable black cat, Ozzy.

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    1. Deb

      December 24, 2021 at 6:48 am

      5 stars
      This salad is amazing! It is now my go-to for company, especially if we’re doing Italian. Thank you so much for sharing!

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      • Amy Katz

        December 24, 2021 at 11:54 am

        I'm so glad you are enjoying it, Deb!

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    2. Lu

      April 12, 2019 at 11:18 am

      Do you have any recommendation for an alternative to the oil? We can't tolerate any kind of oil and finding replacements has been a challenge.

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      • Amy

        April 12, 2019 at 1:03 pm

        Hi Lu! I sometimes make this oil-free dressing in a blender which would work very well with this salad. It will make more than you need for this salad, but you can use the rest on other salads. Let me know how you like it!

        Blend the following ingredients until smooth:

        1 avocado roughly diced
        1 Tablespoon lemon juice
        2 Tablespoons red wine vinegar
        1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
        1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
        salt and pepper, to taste
        About 3 Tablespoons water as needed to thin out the dressing

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