Pistachio Free Steamed Artichoke Hearts with Lemon & Garlic
Bright, garlicky, and impossibly simple, this steamed artichoke heart dish is the kind of side that makes a weeknight dinner feel a little more special. Canned artichoke hearts get a serious upgrade here — steamed until perfectly tender, then draped in a warm, golden garlic-lemon oil that soaks into every layer. The combination of extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and thinly sliced garlic cooked just until softened creates a sauce that's fragrant without being heavy. Because the ingredient list is so clean and straightforward, there's no need to scrutinize labels for hidden nuts or shared-facility warnings — everything on this list is exactly what it says it is. A scatter of fresh flat-leaf parsley and a squeeze of lemon wedge at the table finish it off with a pop of color and brightness. It pairs beautifully with grilled fish, roasted chicken, or honestly just a good piece of crusty bread to soak up that garlicky oil.
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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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