Paleo Simple Boiled Artichoke

Discover the beauty of simplicity with this Paleo Simple Boiled Artichoke recipe, a healthy and flavorful way to enjoy this sophisticated vegetable! Perfectly tender and infused with the natural aromatics of lemon, garlic, and bay leaves, these artichokes are easy to prepare yet elegant enough to impress at any table. With just 10 minutes of prep and minimal effort, this paleo-friendly dish preserves the artichoke's earthy essence while ensuring every leaf is infused with subtle, zesty notes. Serve warm or at room temperature with a squeeze of fresh lemon for a light, nutrient-packed appetizer, side dish, or snack. This recipe is gluten-free, Whole30-compliant, and a fantastic way to highlight artichokes in their purest form.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large Whole artichokes
• 1 medium Lemon
• 2 leaves Bay leaves
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon Salt
• 0 as needed to cover Water

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the artichokes thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or particles. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 2

Trim the artichokes by cutting off the stem close to the base so that they sit flat. Remove any small tough leaves at the base, and approximately 1 inch from the top of the artichoke.

Step 3

Using kitchen scissors, snip off the thorny tips of the remaining leaves to avoid any sharp edges.

Step 4

Slice the lemon in half. Squeeze one half into a large pot filled with water, reserving the other half for serving.

Step 5

Add the bay leaves, peeled garlic cloves, and salt to the pot.

Step 6

Place the prepared artichokes in the pot so they are fully submerged. Add more water if necessary.

Step 7

Place the pot over high heat and bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and let the artichokes cook for about 35 to 45 minutes, or until a leaf from the middle pulls out easily.

Step 8

Once tender, remove the artichokes from the pot and let them drain upside down on a paper towel.

Step 9

Serve the artichokes warm or at room temperature, with the remaining lemon half cut into wedges for squeezing over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(563.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	149.8

Total Fat 0.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7329.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 34.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.0g	0%
Total Sugars 3.4g
Protein 9.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 159.5mg	0%
Iron 3.2mg	0%
Potassium 802.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3.5%

Protein: 20.3%

Carbs: 76.2%