Artichokes with vinaigrette

Whole steamed artichokes, to be pulled apart leaf by leaf and dipped in a mustard vinaigrette. A sociable, fun and very light starter that makes the most of this detox vegetable.

Prep: 10 min  |  Cooking: 35 min  |  Servings: 4  |  Difficulty: Easy

Calculated per serving from Anses Ciqual 2025 values for each ingredient, based on the quantities listed. Household measures (spoonfuls, pieces) use average weights. 206 kcal · 8 g protein · 4 g carbohydrate · 12 g fat

Ingredients

• 4 artichokes
• 1 tbsp mustard
• 2 tbsp vinegar
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 shallot
• salt, pepper

Method

1. Steam the whole artichokes for 35 minutes.
2. Make a mustard and shallot vinaigrette.
3. Leave the artichokes to cool slightly.
4. Serve with the vinaigrette for dipping the leaves.

Nutritional benefits

Artichoke is low in calories, rich in fibre (notably inulin, a prebiotic) and has a reputation for supporting digestion and the liver. Fun to pull apart, it makes a sociable, detox starter. The homemade mustard vinaigrette adds flavour without excess fat. Naturally vegan and gluten-free.

Variations and substitutions

• With a lemon vinaigrette.
• With herb fromage frais for dipping.
• With small raw purple artichokes.
• With a yoghurt and mustard sauce.

Storing and preparing ahead

Cooked, they keep for 2 days in the fridge. The vinaigrette can be made ahead.

💡 Good to know

The artichoke is cooked when an outer leaf pulls away easily: do not overcook it, or it becomes stringy.

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Foods in this recipe: artichokes · mustard · vinegar · olive oil · shallot.

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