Chapter 1: Meze, Antipasti, Tapas, And Other Small Plates, The Complete Mediterranean Cookbook

These roasted baby artichokes are the perfect introduction to Mediterranean meze. Tender and deeply flavorful, the artichokes absorb the rich aroma of extra-virgin olive oil and roasted garlic, while a bright squeeze of fresh lemon cuts through the richness. The subtle heat from red pepper flakes adds a gentle kick, making this dish both comforting and exciting. Ideal for sharing as part of a larger spread or enjoying as a light appetizer, these artichokes showcase simple, high-quality ingredients transformed by slow roasting. They are easy to prepare and always impress guests with their rustic elegance and fresh, zesty profile.

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Courses: Appetisers

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 6

Calories: 389.4

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Description

These roasted baby artichokes are the perfect introduction to Mediterranean meze. Tender and deeply flavorful, the artichokes absorb the rich aroma of extra-virgin olive oil and roasted garlic, while a bright squeeze of fresh lemon cuts through the richness. The subtle heat from red pepper flakes adds a gentle kick, making this dish both comforting and exciting. Ideal for sharing as part of a larger spread or enjoying as a light appetizer, these artichokes showcase simple, high-quality ingredients transformed by slow roasting. They are easy to prepare and always impress guests with their rustic elegance and fresh, zesty profile.

Ingredients

2 Lemons
1/2 cups extra-virgin olive oil
3 Pounds baby artichokes (2 to 4 ounces each)
8 Garlic cloves, peeled, 6 cloves smashed, 2 cloves minced

Directions

1
Preheat oven to 400&# 194;Â°F (200ÃÂ°C).
2
Trim the stems and tough outer leaves from the baby artichokes, then halve them lengthwise and scoop out the choke.
3
Place artichokes cut-side up in a baking dish.
4
Scatter the smashed garlic cloves among the artichokes.
5
Drizzle generously with extra-virgin olive oil and squeeze the juice of one lemon over them.
6
Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
7
Roast for 35-45 minutes until artichokes are tender and golden.
8
Garnish with minced garlic and serve warm with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 389.4kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25.8g40%
Saturated Fat 3.5g18%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 273.0mg12%
Total Carbohydrate 37.3g13%
Dietary Fiber 19.2g77%
Sugars 1.7g
Protein 11.6g24%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: artichokes, meze, antipasti, roasted, garlic, lemon, olive oil, appetizer, mediterranean, vegan, small plates, tapas, starter, vegetarian, party food, healthy

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