cold_biteeasyMediterranean

Marinated Artichoke Hearts with Herbs

Tender artichoke hearts marinated in olive oil, lemon, and fresh herbs—elegant and effortless

⏱️ Prep: 15min0⏰ Total: 15min👥 Serves: 8🌡️ room temperature

✓ vegan✓ vegetarian✓ gluten-free✓ dairy-free

Ingredients

14 ozartichoke hearts(canned or jarred, drained)
0.25 cupextra virgin olive oil
2 tbspfresh lemon juice
1 tbspfresh parsley(chopped)
1 tbspfresh basil(chiffonade)
2 clovesgarlic(minced)
0.5 tspdried oregano
0.25 tspred pepper flakes(optional)
0.5 tspsalt
0.25 tspblack pepper

📝 Make Ahead

Marinate up to 3 days ahead—flavor improves with time. Bring to room temperature 30 minutes before serving.

Instructions

Drain artichoke hearts and pat dry
Quarter any large hearts
Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper
Toss artichokes in marinade
Let marinate at least 30 minutes, or refrigerate up to 3 days
Bring to room temperature before serving
Toss with fresh parsley and basil just before serving
Arrange on platter and drizzle with extra marinade

💡 Pro Tips

Use high-quality jarred artichokes packed in water, not marinated. Add shaved Parmesan for non-vegan version. Serve with crusty bread to soak up marinade.

📜 History

Artichokes have been prized in Mediterranean cuisine since ancient Greece and Rome, where they were considered a delicacy and aphrodisiac. Marinating in olive oil and herbs is a time-honored preservation method that also enhances their subtle, nutty flavor.

Also pairs well with:

gindry vermouthwhite wineprosecco