Pecan Free Steamed Artichoke Hearts with Lemon & Garlic
Artichoke hearts get a seriously elegant treatment here — steamed until perfectly tender, then draped in a warm, golden garlic-lemon oil that makes every bite feel a little luxurious. The combination of extra-virgin olive oil, thinly sliced garlic, and fresh lemon juice is simple in the best possible way, letting the artichokes take center stage without any fuss. This is the kind of dish that looks impressive on a platter but comes together with pantry staples and minimal effort. Because the ingredient list is so clean and straightforward, there's no need to scan labels or worry about hidden additives — just real, whole ingredients from start to finish. A scatter of fresh flat-leaf parsley and a few lemon wedges on the side finish it off beautifully, adding brightness and color. Serve it as a starter, a side alongside grilled fish or chicken, or honestly just eat it straight off the platter — no judgment here.
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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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