Wheat Free Cilantro-Lime Steamed Artichokes
Steamed artichokes are one of those dishes that feel like a special occasion even on a Tuesday night, and this bright, herby version takes them somewhere genuinely exciting. The steaming liquid is infused with garlic, fresh cilantro, and lime juice, so the artichokes absorb layers of flavor from the inside out before they even hit the plate. Every ingredient here is naturally free of wheat and gluten, so there's no need to audit labels or swap anything out — it just works as written. The real showstopper is the avocado oil dipping sauce, whisked together with fresh lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, and cilantro for something that's bright, a little smoky, and completely addictive. Pulling each leaf through that sauce is half the fun, and by the time you reach the heart, you'll understand why people get obsessed with artichokes. It's an elegant appetizer or a relaxed, hands-on dinner that feels indulgent without being heavy.
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4 servings
For the artichokes
- 4 large artichokes
- 1 lime, halved
- 4 garlic cloves, smashed
- ½ cup fresh cilantro stems and leaves, loosely packed
- ½ tsp salt
For the dipping sauce
- ¼ cup avocado oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, finely minced
- ¼ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Fill a large pot with 2 inches of water. Add the smashed garlic cloves, cilantro stems and leaves, the juice of half the lime (squeeze it directly into the water), and 1/2 tsp salt. Set a steamer basket inside the pot — the water should sit just below the basket.
- 2
Trim the artichokes: slice off the top 1 inch of each artichoke with a chef's knife, then snip the sharp tips from the outer leaves with kitchen shears if desired. Rub all cut surfaces immediately with the remaining lime half to prevent browning.
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