Marinated Mediterranean Salad

INGREDIENTS

Salad

• 12 oz jar marinated artichokes, drained of liquid
• 15 oz can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced or diced

Herbed Vinaigrette

• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1-2 Tablespoon fresh basil, chopped (or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil)
• 2 teaspoons fresh oregano, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried oregano)
• Salt & black pepper

You can also add veggies such as asparagus, sliced fennel, white beans, cucumber, shredded carrots, olives, and leafy greens.

INSTRUCTIONS

Whisk dressing ingredients: in a liquid measuring cup or small bowl, whisk together all of vinaigrette ingredients together. Season with generous pinch of salt & black pepper to taste.

Toss salad with dressing: in a large bowl, arrange all of chopped vegetables. Drizzle with dressing and toss until coated, taste and adjust seasoning if needed and enjoy!