This Easy Baked Artichokes recipe is a simple and delicious way to enjoy artichokes. With minimal ingredients and effort, you'll have a healthy and tasty side dish!
Ingredients
- 2 whole artichokes Select fresh and large
- 2 tablespoons olive oil Extra virgin for best flavor
- 1 teaspoon salt Add more to taste if desired
- 1 teaspoon black pepper Freshly ground is best
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice Freshly squeezed if possible
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Trim the top inch of each artichoke and remove small leaves at the base.
- Cut the artichokes in half and remove the fuzzy choke part in the center.
- Place the artichokes in a baking dish cut side up.
- Drizzle them with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 40 minutes or until tender.
- Serve the artichokes warm with additional lemon wedges, if desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 380mgFiber: 7gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 8mg