How to Make Zucchini Artichoke Summer Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Summer is the perfect time to indulge in fresh and vibrant salads that showcase the best seasonal produce. And what better way to celebrate the abundance of summer vegetables than with a zucchini and artichoke summer salad? This refreshing and flavorful dish is the epitome of summer on a plate, combining the crispness of zucchini with the richness of artichokes for a delightful and satisfying meal.

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Ingredients

  • 2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 6 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 4 zucchini, cut into 1 1/2-inch sticks
  • 1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (6 ounce) can black olives, drained and sliced
  • 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Season both sides of chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook chicken breasts in the hot oil until they are no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, 5 to 10 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of a breast should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Cut chicken into 1/2-inch cubes and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Heat remaining 4 tablespoons olive oil in the same skillet over medium heat; cook and stir zucchini in the hot oil until slightly tender, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper. Transfer zucchini to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  • Mix zucchini, garbanzo beans, olives, artichoke hearts, and Parmesan cheese with chicken; toss to combine. Chill in refrigerator before serving, about 1 hour.
  • Nutrition

    312 cal.

    • Total Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 27mg
    • Sodium: 759mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 15g
    • Vitamin C: 21mg
    • Calcium: 130mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 362mg