Artichokes with herb sauce

4 servings

45 minutes

Artichokes with herb sauce are an elegant dish of European cuisine that combines the delicate flavor of artichokes with a rich aromatic dressing. Known since ancient times, artichokes are valued for their texture and slight bitterness, which is beautifully balanced by fresh herbs and lemon juice. The sauce, combining olive oil, olives, tomatoes, mint, and parsley, gives the dish a Mediterranean character. Each leaf of the artichoke is dipped in the sauce, revealing a rich palette of flavors. This dish is not only perfect for warm summer evenings but also pairs excellently with white wines, creating a refined gastronomic pleasure.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 298.5
• Proteins: 2.7g
• Fats: 26.8g
• Carbohydrates: 12.7g

Ingredients

• Lemon: 1 pc
• Artichokes: 4 pc
• Olive oil: 5 tbsp
• Pitted olives: 20 pc
• Tomatoes: 1 pc
• Mint: 0.5 bunch
• Chopped parsley: 20 g
• Lemon juice: 1 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Boil water in a pot, adding halves of lemon.

   Required ingredients:

   • Lemon: 1 piece

2. Cut the stem from each artichoke. Boil the artichokes for 40-45 minutes until the base is soft.

   Required ingredients:

   • Artichokes: 4 pieces

3. Meanwhile, prepare the sauce. Mix lemon juice, oil, olives, tomatoes, and herbs. Add salt and pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
   • Olive oil: 5 tablespoon
   • Pitted olives: 20 pieces
   • Tomatoes: 1 piece
   • Mint: 0.5 bunch
   • Chopped parsley: 20 g
   • Lemon: 1 piece
   • Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon

4. During the meal, separate the leaves. Dip the bottom part in the sauce and discard the tips of the leaves.