Nightshade Free Steamed Artichoke Hearts with Lemon & Garlic
Artichoke hearts don't get nearly enough credit as a weeknight hero, and this bright, garlicky preparation is proof they deserve a permanent spot in your rotation. Avoiding nightshades can make it tricky to find side dishes with real depth and personality — so many rely on tomatoes or peppers for that punch of flavor — but here, thinly sliced garlic bloomed in good olive oil and a hit of fresh lemon juice do all the heavy lifting. The steaming method keeps the artichoke hearts incredibly tender without any fuss, and the warm garlic-lemon oil spooned over the top soaks right in for maximum flavor in every bite. It's the kind of dish that looks and tastes far more impressive than the short ingredient list would suggest. A scatter of fresh parsley and a few extra lemon wedges on the side make it feel genuinely restaurant-worthy. Serve it as a starter, a light side, or even pile it onto crusty bread for something a little more substantial.
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4 servings
- 2 cans (14 oz each) artichoke hearts in water, drained and halved
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 lemon)
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped (optional)
For serving
- lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Fill a large saucepan with about 1 inch of water and set a steamer basket inside. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Arrange the drained, halved artichoke hearts in a single layer in the steamer basket. Cover and steam for 8–10 minutes, until heated through and tender when pierced with a fork.
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