Steamed Artichokes with Garlicky Dipping Sauce

Tender, flavorful, and delightfully interactive, these Steamed Artichokes with Garlicky Dipping Sauce are the perfect appetizer or side dish for any occasion. Featuring whole artichokes gently steamed with a whisper of lemon for freshness, this recipe elevates simple ingredients into an elegant dining experience. The standout feature is the creamy, zesty dipping sauce, made with garlic, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and a touch of olive oil, creating a savory pairing for the tender leaves and heart of the artichoke. Ready in just 45 minutes, this dish is as easy as it is impressive, offering a healthy and fun way to enjoy artichokes at their finest. Perfect for dinner parties, date nights, or as a light snack, this recipe is a must-try for vegetable lovers!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 large artichokes
• 1 lemon
• 2 garlic cloves
• 0.333 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon pepper
• 2 cups water

Directions

Step 1

Trim the artichokes by cutting off the top inch of each artichoke with a sharp knife and trimming the stem so that they can stand upright. Use kitchen scissors to snip off the sharp tips of the outer leaves.

Step 2

Rub the cut edges of the artichokes with the lemon to prevent browning. Cut the lemon in half and set half aside for steaming.

Step 3

In a large pot with a steamer basket, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Squeeze the juice of the reserved lemon half into the water and place the lemon rind in the pot for added flavor.

Step 4

Place the artichokes stem-side down in the steamer basket. Cover the pot with a lid and reduce the heat to medium. Allow the artichokes to steam for 25-30 minutes or until the leaves can be easily pulled off.

Step 5

While the artichokes are steaming, prepare the garlicky dipping sauce. Mince the garlic cloves finely or use a garlic press.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, olive oil, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined. Set aside.

Step 7

Once the artichokes are cooked, remove them from the pot and let them cool slightly before serving.

Step 8

Serve the steamed artichokes warm with the garlicky dipping sauce on the side. To eat, pull off the leaves, dip them into the sauce, and scrape the tender flesh with your teeth. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(884.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	856.4

Total Fat 73.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 78.4mg	0%
Sodium 1144.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 49.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.8g	0%
Total Sugars 3.5g
Protein 9.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 166.0mg	0%
Iron 3.1mg	0%
Potassium 1052.5mg	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: 73.9%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 22.1%