Tequila Lime Purple Artichokes
Baby purple artichokes are small, meaty and full of flavor. Roasted in the oven, these Tequila Lime Purple Artichokes make a great appetizer or snack.
Servings 4
Calories 296kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb Fiesole Baby Purple Artichokes
- ½ cup fresh mint optional
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoon tequila
- 1 ½ tablespoon lime juice
- 3 teaspoon chopped fresh mint
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Wash baby artichokes, peel back outer leaves and cut in half lengthwise.
- Preheat oven to 400ºF.
- Bring 2 to 3 inches of water to boil in a pot and drop in mint.
- Add a steamer basket over the water and place the artichokes into the steamer basket. Cover tightly, and steam until just tender, about 6 to 8 minutes.
- Cool slightly, drain well and coat artichokes evenly with olive oil.
- Arrange artichokes in a single layer on a roasting pan and bake for 5 to 7 minutes.
- While artichokes roast, whisk together mayonnaise, 2 tablespoon tequila, lime juice, chopped mint, garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon salt, ⅛ teaspoon black pepper.
- Remove artichokes from the oven and season with ¼ teaspoon salt and ⅛ teaspoon black pepper.
- Place artichokes on a serving plate and drizzle with 1 tablespoon tequila.
- Serve artichokes warm or at room temperature with dipping sauce.
Notes
TO STORE: Store any leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
TO FREEZE: You can also freeze leftovers. Transfer to a resealable bag or freezer safe container and freeze for up to 4 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 4oz artichokes | Calories: 296kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 20g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 448mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 1g
