15 Artichoke Recipes For Every Season
If you've never had a fresh artichoke, you're missing out. Though their prickly exterior might make them seem unapproachable, we dare you to embrace them and get to the heart (ha!) of what makes them so special.
Perfect the art of the artichoke with one of our favorite artichoke recipes below!
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Grilled Artichokes with Parmesan Aioli
As with any locally-grown veggie, artichokes are sometimes best when they're enjoyed simply.
In this recipe, artichokes are charred up on the grill before being drizzled with a homemade parmesan aioli.
What you end up with is a side dish that's a little cheesy, a little creamy, and the perfect complement to any grilled protein.
Creamy Vegan Mushroom Artichoke Pasta
Just by looking at the photo, you'd probably guess that this pasta is made with an incredible amount of heavy cream. But it's not!
Totally vegan and plant-based, this 'creamy' pasta gets its velvety texture from artichokes, olive oil, and lemon juice.
Just make sure to use a blender for the sauce — a food processor doesn't get the texture quite right!
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Rustic Artichoke Spinach Dip
Birthday party? Artichoke dip. Backyard BBQ? Artichoke dip. A lazy weekend at home? Artichoke dip.
A must-have dip for every occasion, this rustic artichoke spinach dip comes together quickly thanks to some simple ingredients and instructions.
If you want to step the flavor up a bit, try adding chopped garlic!
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Dijon Vinaigrette with Frisée, Artichoke & Pepper Salad
If you want to wow your friends and family, make them the most elegant salad of all time!
Made up of frisée, artichoke hearts, bell pepper, potatoes, and lentils, this salad doesn't just look spectacular but has a satisfying French-inspired flavor.
Toss it up and serve it alongside some grilled seafood or pasta!
Find the full recipe at Co+op
Instant Pot Steamed Artichokes
If you don't feel like firing up the grill, but have an Instant Pot on hand, consider this steamed artichoke recipe!
Super easy and super speedy, this recipe calls for just water, garlic, bay leaf, artichokes, lemon wedges, and an optional (but highly recommended) homemade dipping sauce.
Serve these artichokes alongside basically any dinner, or enjoy them as a mid-day snack.
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Spinach Artichoke Lasagna
A unique twist on a classic Italian dinner, this spinach artichoke lasagna is vegetarian-friendly but still packed full of that ooey-gooey cheese and tomato flavor that makes lasagna so delicious.
Spinach, artichokes, cottage cheese, red onions, and a variety of spices are brought together to create the filling for the lasagna, while a homemade tomato sauce is used for the top and layers.
Serve your lasagna with a big green side salad and a Co-op bakery baguette! *Chef's kiss*
Find the full recipe at Cookie + Kate
Artichoke Gratin Toasts
Move over avocado toast, artichoke gratin toast is here!
Diced-up artichokes, potatoes, and a creamy cheese mixture come together to create a topping for your favorite bread before being toasted up.
Enjoy this hearty meal for lunch, or make the servings smaller on baguettes for an elegant appetizer.
Find the full recipe at Smitten Kitchen
One Skillet Creamy Artichoke Chicken Marsala and Orzo
On a cold, rainy PNW day, nothing compares to a one-pot cream chicken dish.
In this recipe, chicken breast is breaded and quickly pan-fried before being combined with an herby orzo mixture and artichokes.
Serve this one-skillet meal as is or add a side salad for a cool and crisp addition.
Find the full recipe at Half Baked Harvest
Even More Artichoke Recipes
Spinach Artichoke Pizza from Life Made Simple
Baked Spinach-Artichoke Pasta from NYT Cooking
Braised Artichokes with Tomatoes and Mint from Bon Appetit
Zesty Artichoke Pasta Salad with Goat Cheese from A Girl Defloured
Tomato Artichoke Soup from Feasting at Home
Linguini with Artichokes and Caramelized Onions from Welcome to the Table
Artichoke and Broccoli Pesto Brie Panini with Thyme Honey from Half Baked Harvest