Golden Baked Artichoke Hearts with Aioli

Enjoy these crispy baked artichoke hearts served with a creamy aioli. Perfect as an appetizer or snack!

Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Yield: 10 servings

Ingredients

  • ½ cup mayonnaise with olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill
  • 1 ½ teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 ½ teaspoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 small clove garlic, finely grated
  • 2 (14-ounce) cans whole baby artichoke hearts, drained and patted dry
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, dill, mustard, lemon juice, and garlic.
  2. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Toss the artichoke hearts with 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium bowl.
  4. Arrange the artichokes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until lightly golden brown.
  5. Remove from the oven and drizzle the remaining tablespoon of oil over the artichokes. Sprinkle with thyme and gently toss to coat.
  6. Using the bottom of a measuring cup or a sturdy glass, gently press the artichokes until they are about ½ inch thick, ensuring they remain intact.
  7. Return the pressed artichokes to the oven and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until golden brown and caramelized.
  8. Transfer the smashed artichokes to a serving plate, sprinkle with ground pepper, and serve with the aioli.

Helpful Tips

You can prepare the aioli up to 3 days in advance. Just cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutritional Information

Calories:122 per serving
Total Fat:12g (15% DV)
Carbohydrates:3g (1% DV)
Protein:1g (2% DV)
Saturated Fat:2g (10% DV)
Cholesterol:8mg (3% DV)
Sodium:264mg (11% DV)
Dietary Fiber:1g (4% DV)