Roasted Artichokes & Creamy Garlic Dip
Roasted baby artichokes with dairy-free creamy garlic dip are a delicious and healthy treat, featuring crispy edges and creamy centers perfect for dipping. Keep this dip on hand - trust me!
Course: Appetizer, dip, Snack
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: appetizer, healthy
Roasted Garlic Dip
- 1 head garlic
- 1 lemon juiced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp thyme dried
- 1 tsp oregano dried
- 1 tsp basil dried
- 1 tsp salt diamond crystal kosher
- 1/4 cup coconut cream
Roasted Baby Artichokes
- 2 lbs baby artichokes
- 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
Make the garlic dip
Preheat oven to 400F
Cut the top off thee garlic, exposing the cloves, and drizzle with olive oil. Wrap tightly in foil and roast until soft and fragrant, about 40 minutes
Once the garlic is golden and cool to the touch squeeze cloves into a blender, add olive oil, lemon juice, spices and salt. Blend until combined. Add in coconut cream and blend one more time.
Add more salt to taste
Roast the artichokes
First get a large bowl, fill with cold water and squeeze lemon halfs in. Set to the side.
Cut to top 1/4 of the artichoke top off and removal all the tough outer layers
Using a small paring knife trim the stem and base to remove the tough fibrous outer layer
Cut artichokes in half and set in bowl with water and lemon
Once all artichokes are prepared, drain and pat dry. Toss with olive oil and salt.
Place artichoke halfs in a single layer on baking sheet and roast for about 20-25 minutes until golden brown.