Artichokes with Mint and Lemon

Gluten Free
Health score
17%
Artichokes with Mint and Lemon
30 min.
6
298kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure that celebrates the fresh and vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean! Our Artichokes with Mint and Lemon recipe is not just a dish; it’s an experience that effortlessly elevates your lunch or dinner gatherings. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, this gluten-free recipe makes it easy to impress your guests or simply indulge in a nourishing, homemade meal.

Imagine the tender baby artichokes perfectly paired with the peppery notes of wild arugula, enhanced by zesty lemon juice and aromatic mint leaves. This delightful combination brings a refreshing brightness to your plate, making each bite a celebration of fresh produce. The artichokes themselves are expertly prepared, showcasing their unique texture and subtle flavor alongside a luscious dressing of extra-virgin olive oil, sea salt, and pepper.

This dish not only tantalizes your taste buds but also offers a healthy balance with approximately 298 calories per serving, ensuring you can enjoy it guilt-free. Topped with freshly shaved parmigiano-reggiano, it’s a main course that’s both simple and sophisticated. Perfect for those moments when you want to treat yourself or share a special meal with loved ones, these Artichokes with Mint and Lemon are sure to become a favorite in your cooking repertoire. Dive in, and let your senses savor the goodness!

Ingredients

  • 10  baby artichokes 
  • ounces baby arugula wild
  • 0.5  optional: lemon 
  • 0.3 cup torn mint leaves 
  • tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin
  • servings wedge of parmigiano-reggiano cheese 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.5 teaspoon sea salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • mandoline
  • peeler

Directions

  1. Fill a large bowl halfway with cold water and squeeze in juice from 1/2 lemon. Working with 1 artichoke at a time, break off outer leaves at the base. Continue removing leaves until only innermost tender yellow leaves remain.
  2. Cut artichokes crosswise and discard prickly tips. Trim all but 1 in. of stem, then trim outer layer of stem and the base to remove any dark green bits. Put into lemon water.
  3. Mix remaining 3 tbsp. lemon juice, the oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Working with 1 artichoke at a time, blot dry, then shave lengthwise with a mandoline or a vegetable peeler into the oil mixture.
  4. Add arugula and mint to artichokes; toss to coat. Divide salad among plates, then shave cheese over each.

Nutrition Facts

Calories298kcal
Protein21.22%
Fat55.44%
Carbs23.34%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.42
Glycemic Load
0.67
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
14.165652047033%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
2.5mg
Hesperetin
2.7mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Apigenin
0.11mg
Luteolin
0.42mg
Isorhamnetin
1.63mg
Kaempferol
13.19mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
3.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:297.5kcal
14.87%
Fat:19.71g
30.33%
Saturated Fat:6.57g
41.09%
Carbohydrates:18.68g
6.23%
Net Carbohydrates:10g
3.64%
Sugar:3.79g
4.21%
Cholesterol:20.4mg
6.8%
Sodium:862.69mg
37.51%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:16.98g
33.96%
Vitamin A:2478.45IU
49.57%
Calcium:472.76mg
47.28%
Vitamin K:48.87µg
46.54%
Fiber:8.68g
34.71%
Phosphorus:230.8mg
23.08%
Iron:3.29mg
18.27%
Vitamin C:13.87mg
16.81%
Vitamin E:1.92mg
12.82%
Folate:41.91µg
10.48%
Selenium:6.9µg
9.86%
Magnesium:33.33mg
8.33%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.18%
Manganese:0.16mg
8.16%
Zinc:1.03mg
6.87%
Vitamin B12:0.36µg
6%
Potassium:191.43mg
5.47%
Vitamin B5:0.33mg
3.26%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
3.24%
Copper:0.05mg
2.45%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.24%
Vitamin B3:0.24mg
1.19%
Source:My Recipes