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    Easy Roasted Artichoke Recipe

    Published: Jun 10, 2022 by Shadi HasanzadeNemati · This post may contain affiliate links .

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    Roasted artichoke is easy to prepare and can be a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Each artichoke is cut in half and roasted to perfection with olive oil, garlic and herbs, making them tender and delicious in every bite.

    Overhead shot of roasted artichokes topped with parsley.

    Artichokes are one of my favorite ingredients to use because they're so versatile. I keep marinated artichoke hearts in my pantry year round and use them in salads, dips, omelette, breakfast muffins, sandwiches and pizza. When in season, fresh artichokes are so fun to cook and serve as a snack or appetizer. I'm going to show you how to roast artichokes using an easy method that works all the time.

    Table Of Contents:
    • All about artichokes
    • Ingredients notes and substitutions
    • How to trim an artichoke
    • How to make roasted artichoke
    • Up your roasted artichoke game
    • How to eat it!
    • Serving suggestions
    • Frequently asked questions
    • More roasted vegetables recipes
    • Step-by-Step Recipe

    All about artichokes

    Artichokes are not only beautiful, but they're also fun to eat. You can find canned and jarred artichoke year round in supermarkets. They are either in water or marinated in olive oil and spices. You can use them in different dishes such as salads, pizza and pasta.

    Fresh artichokes are available twice a year: March to June and again September to October. We love roasting them in the oven and serve them as a side dish or a snack. Preparing and cooking artichoke could be a little intimidating if you haven't grown up with them, but using my method, you'll learn it in no time!

    Ingredients notes and substitutions

    ingredients to make this recipe are artichokes, olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, garlic and spices.
    • Artichokes: It's important to select good artichokes when shopping for them. They should be heavy for their size and have a nice bright green color. The leaves are tight closed and the artichoke will squeak if you gently squeeze it. Make sure to buy artichokes that are the same size so they take the same amount of time to roast.
    • Lemon: When slicing the artichoke open, you need to rub it with lemon immediately to keep it from browning.
    • Herbs and spices: To add more flavor, we are going to use a combination of parsley, dill, Aleppo pepper and salt. If you don't have Aleppo pepper, simply use any other red pepper flakes you have on hand.

    How to trim an artichoke

    Before you start cooking, you need to clean and trim the artichoke to get rid of the tough leaves. Cut about Âľ inch of the artichoke stem and remove the outer tough leaves as well. Depending on the one you're using, you might need to remove 2 to 4 rows of leaves.

    Then grab a pair of kitchen shears and trim all the sharp tips of the remaining leaves. Next, cut about Âľ inch of the top of the artichoke and immediately rub with some lemon. Slice the artichoke in half and rub with lemon again. Now grab a small spoon and remove the hairy choke in the middle. Now the artichoke is ready to be seasoned and roasted.

    Overhead shot of fresh artichokes.

    How to make roasted artichoke

    1. Prepare the artichoke: Cut about Âľ inch from top and bottom and remove the tough leaves and the sharp tips of the remaining ones. Cut it in half, rub with lemon and remove the fuzzy choke using a small spoon. Place them on a baking sheet.
    2. Prepare the olive oil mix: In a small bowl mix the olive oil with lemon juice, garlic, parsley, dill weed, Aleppo pepper and salt. Drizzle over the artichokes.
    3. Roast and serve: Cover with a piece of aluminum foil and roast in the preheated oven at 400 degrees F for 50 minutes until the leaves are tender.
    Slice the artichoke then rub with lemon and cut in half. Remove the choke and marinate then roast in the oven.

    Up your roasted artichoke game

    Serve this oven roasted artichoke with a simple shallot balsamic vinaigrette and you'll never look back. The balsamic vinegar adds a nice kick to the creamy velvety artichoke and the parmesan adds just the right amount of saltiness to it.

    To make this sauce, mix some balsamic vinegar and dijon mustard with shallots, parmesan, olive oil and a bit of oregano. The mustard acts as a emulsifier and therefore your sauce won't split. You can make this sauce ahead of time if needed.

    How to eat it!

    We got to the fun part - eating the artichoke! You can eat them hot, at room temperature or cold. All you need to do is to pull off the leaves and dip the base - the fleshy part - in the sauce of your choice. Place the base in your mouth and scrape through your teeth to eat the soft part. Then continue with the remaining leaves.
    When you get to the middle part, it's all soft and tender - it's the best part! Dip that in the sauce and enjoy!

    Two plates of roasted artichokes.

    Serving suggestions

    You can serve these alongside other roasted vegetables such as roasted radishes, potatoes, tomatoes and brussel sprouts for a vegetarian spread. They also go well with Italian skillet chicken, caprese chicken or Italian meatballs.

    Frequently asked questions

    What are the benefits of artichoke?

    They are loaded with nutrients, low in fat and high in fiber. A great source of vitamin C, artichokes are also full of antioxidants.

    How should I store the leftovers?

    Store the leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 days. You can reheat or serve the leftovers cold.

    What other dipping sauces can I use to serve roasted artichoke?

    Almost any dipping sauce would go well with roasted artichoke! Some of our favorites are tzatziki, toum, and a mix of olive oil and zaatar.

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    Step-by-Step Recipe

    Easy Roasted Artichoke Recipe

    Shadi HasanzadeNemati
    Roasted artichoke is easy to prepare and can be a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Each artichoke is cut in half and roasted to perfection with olive oil, garlic and herbs, making them tender and delicious in every bite.
    5 from 5 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 50 mins
    Total Time 1 hr 5 mins
    Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
    Cuisine Mediterranean
    Servings 6
    Calories 104 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 large artichokes
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
    • 2 lemons
    • 4 cloves garlic minced
    • â…“ cup parsley chopped
    • 1 teaspoon dill weed
    • 1 tsp Aleppo pepper
    • ½ teaspoon kosher salt

    Shallot Balsamic vinaigrette

    • 3 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
    • 1 ½ teaspoon dijon mustard
    • ½ shallot finely diced
    • â…“ cup parmesan grated
    • 2 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
    • 1 teaspoon oregano

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Cut one of the lemons in half.
    • Cut about Âľ inch of the stem of the artichokes. remove the outer tough leaves, you may need to remove 3 to 4 rows. The grab your kitchen shears and trim the sharp tips one the leaves.
    • Cut about Âľ inch of the top of the artichoke and immediately rub with the lemon half to avoid browning. Using a sharp knife, cut the artichoke in half and rub both halves generously with lemon.
    • Using a spoon, remove the hairy choke in the center of the artichoke. Place the artichoke halves on a baking sheet or in a cast iron skillet.
    • In a bowl mix the olive oil, juice and zest of one lemon, garlic cloves, parsley, dill, Aleppo pepper and salt and drizzle all over the artichoke.
    • Cover tightly with a piece of aluminum foil and roast in the oven for 50 minutes until the leaves are tender and can be removed easily.
    • Meanwhile, make the vinaigrette by mixing the balsamic vinegar, dijon mustard, shallot, parmesan, olive oil and oregano in a small bowl and set aside.
    • When the artichokes are ready, transfer them to a serving platter and serve with the balsamic shallot vinaigrette.

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    Notes

    • If Aleppo pepper isn't available, use any other red pepper flakes. 
    • You can use fresh dill, oregano, cilantro, basil or chives for different flavors. 
    • Store the leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 days. You can reheat it in the oven at 300 degrees F for 15 to 25 minutes. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 104kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 307mgPotassium: 85mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 435IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 89mgIron: 1mg
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    1. Aimee Berrett

      July 18, 2022 at 12:07 pm

      5 stars
      So many helpful tips, I'll never be buying canned artichokes again. These are so much better.

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    2. Renee

      July 14, 2022 at 5:17 am

      5 stars
      I've always been nervous to cook artichokes, but no more. This recipe is as easy as it is delicious! Thank you so much!!

      Reply
    3. Phoebe

      July 13, 2022 at 7:59 pm

      5 stars
      I've never prepped an artichoke before. This is an impressive dish! Thank you for the step by step!

      Reply
    4. eatliveescape

      June 11, 2022 at 2:09 am

      5 stars
      Love artichokes!

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