Tender Boiled Artichokes with Garlic Balsamic Dipping Sauce
A simple and efficient method to cook tender artichokes, seasoned perfectly and served with a delightful garlic balsamic dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Cuisine: Healthy, Mediterranean
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces Artichokes (Choose whole, firm artichokes.)
- 1 tablespoon Sea salt (To season the water before boiling.)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme (Fresh thyme works best but dried is acceptable.)
Dipping Sauce
- 3 tablespoons Garlic balsamic dipping sauce (Can be store-bought or homemade.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Fill a large pot with enough salted water to cover the artichokes and bring it to a boil.
- Trim the stem of the artichokes and snip the sharp tips of the leaves if desired.
- Add the artichokes to the boiling water, stem side up, cover, and reduce the heat to a gentle boil.
- Boil the artichokes for 25 to 40 minutes, until the leaves pull away easily and the heart feels tender.
Finishing
- Drain the artichokes briefly and allow to cool slightly.
- Sprinkle sea salt and fresh thyme over the leaves and hearts.
- Serve warm with garlic balsamic dipping sauce on the side.
Notes
Store any leftover artichokes in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. The dipping sauce can also be stored but is best used fresh.
