Smashed Artichokes with Lemon-Caper Avocado Cream

Name: Smashed Artichokes with Lemon-Caper Avocado Cream
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 14-ounce cans artichoke hearts, drained and patted dry; 2 tbsp olive oil, divided; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; 1/2 tsp pepper; 1 tbsp parmesan cheese, optional; 1 medium ripe avocado; 1/4 cup Greek yogurt; 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 1/2 tbsp fresh dill; 1/2 tbsp fresh parsley; 1/2 tbsp capers; 1/2 tbsp olive oil; Zest of 1/2 lemon; Juice of 1/2 lemon; 1 clove garlic; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp pepper; Crushed pistachios; Honey; Chopped fresh dill; Chopped scallions

6 steps

Prep:10minCook:40min

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 04:47:38 GMT

Ingredients

5 servings

Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper and set aside.

Step 2

Add the artichokes to a bowl with 1 tbsp olive oil, garlic powder, oregano and pepper. Toss to combine.

Step 3

Add the artichokes to a sheet pan and roast for 18-20 minutes until browned. Flip them halfway.

Step 4

While the artichokes are roasting, make the avocado cream. Add the avocado, yogurt, mayonnaise, dill, parsley, capers, olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, salt and pepper to a food processor and process until smooth. Set aside.

Step 5

Remove the artichokes from the oven, increase the oven temperature to 425 and move them into the center of the sheet pan to create a pile. Add 1/2 tbsp olive oil and the parmesan cheese and toss. Spread the artichokes out, then use a flat bottomed cup or bowl to smash each artichoke to about 1/3-1/2 inch thick.

Step 6

Drizzle with the remaining oil and place back in the oven for about 8-10 minutes on each side (18-20 minutes total).