Roasted Artichoke Greek Salad

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 (14-ounce) cans artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
• 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
• 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/2 cup red onion, diced
• 2 large tomatoes, seeded and diced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, oregano, pepper, and salt.
3. Spread the artichoke hearts on a baking sheet, and pour the olive oil mixture over them. Toss to coat.
4. Roast in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the artichokes are tender.
5. In a large bowl, combine the olives, feta cheese, red onion, tomatoes, and parsley.
6. Add the roasted artichokes and toss to combine.
7. Serve the salad warm or cold.

Interesting Facts

• The Greek salad is a popular dish in Greece and other Mediterranean countries.
• Roasted artichokes are a great source of fiber and antioxidants.
• Kalamata olives are a type of Greek olive that are usually black in color.
• Feta cheese is a type of salty, crumbly cheese that originated in Greece.