Artichoke & Fennel Salad With Fresh Warm Tomato Vin

Name: Artichoke & Fennel Salad With Fresh Warm Tomato Vinaigrette
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups cherry tomatoes, cut in quarters; 23 beefsteak tomato (or you can use plum tomatoes diced); ½ cup heirloom tomato (I like a purple or orange to give a bit different flavor, also diced); 1 large shallot, fine diced; 1 tablespoon garlic, minced; ½ cup olive oil; ¼ cup balsamic vinegar; ¼ cup fresh basil, diced fine; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 2 (9 ounce) packages frozen artichoke hearts, I used Birds Eye Brand; 2 large fennel bulbs, thin sliced; 1 teaspoon lemon zest; 1 tablespoon italian seasoning; 2 tablespoons olive oil (to roast or grill); salt; pepper; 2 tablespoons fresh basil, minced; ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated

Servings: persons

2 cups cherry tomatoes, cut in quarters
23 beefsteak tomato (or you can use plum tomatoes diced)
½ cup heirloom tomato (I like a purple or orange to give a bit different flavor, also diced)
1 large shallot, fine diced
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
½ cup olive oil
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
¼ cup fresh basil, diced fine
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 (9 ounce) packages frozen artichoke hearts, I used Birds Eye Brand
2 large fennel bulbs, thin sliced
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon italian seasoning
2 tablespoons olive oil (to roast or grill)
salt
pepper
2 tablespoons fresh basil, minced
½ cup parmesan cheese, grated

1
Vegetables -- In a large sauce pan add the olive oil and bring to medium heat.
2
Add the vinegar, garlic, shallot and all the tomatoes and saute on medium to medium high heat until the tomatoes begin to fall apart.
3
Bring to low heat and just simmer 15-20 minutes.
4
Add the basil, salt and pepper to taste.
5
The sauce is done.
6
Artichokes and Fennel -- Thaw the artichokes and then cut in half.
7
Also cut the fennel, removing the center bulb area and then slice fairly thin.
8
In a large bowl, add both the fennel and artichokes along with the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt and pepper and Italian seasoning and toss to coat.
9
Put on a cookie sheet lined with parchment or foil and bake at 425 degrees for about 15-20 minutes until they get soft and slightly golden brown.
10
This can easily be done on the grill as well.
11
Plate -- Add the artichokes and fennel to each plate and top with some of the fresh tomato sauce, and garnish with fresh basil and parmesan cheese.
12
ENJOY!

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups cherry tomatoes, cut in quarters, 23 beefsteak tomato (or you can use plum tomatoes diced), ½ cup heirloom tomato (I like a purple or orange to give a bit different flavor, also diced), 1 large shallot, fine diced, and more.

Yes, Artichoke & Fennel Salad With Fresh Warm Tomato Vinaigrette falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Artichoke & Fennel Salad With Fresh Warm Tomato Vinaigrette

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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