I know spring is on the way when I see baby artichokes at the market!  They are so adorable, and a bit more tender that more mature vegetables. 

I’m sharing an easy-peasy, spring breezy recipe for Garlic Basil Roasted Baby Artichokes that you can have on the table in under 20 minutes as a side dish or plant-powered appetizer. Read on for all the details.

Spring is here, I found baby artichokes at the farmer’s market! This interesting veggie has been a favorite for centuries . . . did you know it was Martha Washington’s favorite vegetable in her famous garden at Mount Vernon?!

I don’t have time for any old-world preparations of artichokes, so I like to roast them at high heat in the oven – it only takes about 15 minutes for baby artichokes.

To add a ton of favor, with little prep, I use Dorot Gardens flash-frozen herbs – they are a total game-changer during the dinner rush hour and I’ve created so many different recipes with this convenient option to fresh herbs, garlic and onions. Check out How to Use Frozen Herbs to Create 10 Minute Dinners for more about Dorot Gardens and all the mealtime inspiration.

Are you an artichoke fan? What is your go-to veggie on a busy night? Please share in the comments – XOXO, Jennifer

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Garlic Basil Roasted Baby Artichokes

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

15 mins

Total Time

20 mins

 

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Vegetable

Cuisine: American

Servings: 2 servings

Ingredients

• 4 baby artichokes
• 4 cups water
• 2 tablespoon lemon juice, divided
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cube Dorot Gardens garlic
• 1 cube Dorot Gardents basil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• garnish Parmesan Cheese, optional

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425 F.
2. Wash artichokes, remove any overly tough stem or outer leaves, slice in half lengthwise.
3. Add water and 1 tablespoon to large bowl, soak artichokes for 2 minutes to prevent oxidization.
4. In small bowl, whisk together olive oil, remaining 1 tablespoon lemon juice, garlic, herbs and salt until combined.
5. Remove artichokes from water, pat dry. Dunk each to coat well in olive oil mixture -- rotate to get all sides. Place coated olive oil on rimmed baking sheet.
6. Bake for 15 minutes, flipping half way through.
7. Remove from oven and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve warm