the artichoke is a mediterranean herb known for its healing virtues since ancient times. it is used both as food, in delicious recipes for vegetables, as well as homeopathic remedy for treating diseases of liver, kidney, digestive, hypertension, diabetes, etc..
if you want to taste the artichoke, it is good to prepare it the mediterranean style, because their recipes are simple, quick and delicious.
warm italian artichoke salad is a great way to get acquainted with this vegetable.
select 8-10 pieces of baby artichoke (young). wash and clean the outer layers while using gloves, otherwise you'll stain yourself.
prepare a bowl of cold water in which you squeeze a lemon. immediately after cleaning each artichoke, place it in water with lemon, otherwise it oxidizes.
cut one cm on top.
cut the artichokes in 2 halves. note that the base has small hairs.
they are not edible; it is recommended that you remove them.
this is how the end of the cleaning operation looks like. this was the hardest part.
drain the artichokes, rinse with cold water and put it in a bowl with cold water, lemon juice and a few slices of garlic.
let it boil for 10-15 minutes until well softened.
drain the artichokes.
put the boiled artichokes in a pan in a little olive oil. sprinkle a little salt and pepper.
add sliced or crushed garlic.
sprinkle with lemon juice. turn off the heat.
the entire process will take 3-4 minutes.
transfer to a ceramic bowl. sprinkle chopped fresh basil and cherry tomatoes.
finally, you can sprinkle a little extra virgin olive oil to take full advantage of it.
enjoy your meal!