Artichoke hearts used to be a delicacy and today we have the luxury of the flavour. They are a delicious and healthy snack to fuel up anytime & anywhere. Take this artichoke mix to work for a quick lunch or enjoy at leisure at home.

Prep Time5 minsCook Time30 minsTotal Time35 mins
 unseasoned artichoke hearts - fresh (cooked) or canned in water
 Kosher salt
 fresh oregano
 red chilli pepper flakes crushed
 freshly-squeezed lemon juice
For Toast:
 1 tbsp ricotta cheese (try making your own using VanIsle Sea Salt's NIGARI) or cream cheese (your choice)
 cherry tomatoes
 1 handful of arugula
1

Rinse the artichoke hearts under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.

2

Over low heat, combine artichoke hearts, olive oil, salt, oregano and crushed chilli flakes in a non-reactive saucepan. Cover and cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3

Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature. Stir in lemon juice.

4

Let cool for 30 minutes. They’ll taste even better if you wait overnight.

5

Transfer extra to air-tight glass container and refrigerate. Keep in an air-tight container up to 2 months.

For Toast:
6

Spread 1 tablespoon of ricotta cheese or cream cheese onto toast

7

Add artichoke heart mix

8

Add cut cherry tomatoes

9

Top with arugula and drizzle some fresh "Olive the Best" Ultra Premium Extra Virgin Picual Olive Oil

Ingredients

 unseasoned artichoke hearts - fresh (cooked) or canned in water
 Kosher salt
 fresh oregano
 red chilli pepper flakes crushed
 freshly-squeezed lemon juice
For Toast:
 1 tbsp ricotta cheese (try making your own using VanIsle Sea Salt's NIGARI) or cream cheese (your choice)
 cherry tomatoes
 1 handful of arugula

Directions

1

Rinse the artichoke hearts under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.

2

Over low heat, combine artichoke hearts, olive oil, salt, oregano and crushed chilli flakes in a non-reactive saucepan. Cover and cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3

Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature. Stir in lemon juice.

4

Let cool for 30 minutes. They’ll taste even better if you wait overnight.

5

Transfer extra to air-tight glass container and refrigerate. Keep in an air-tight container up to 2 months.

For Toast:
6

Spread 1 tablespoon of ricotta cheese or cream cheese onto toast

7

Add artichoke heart mix

8

Add cut cherry tomatoes

9

Top with arugula and drizzle some fresh "Olive the Best" Ultra Premium Extra Virgin Picual Olive Oil

Notes

Marinated Artichoke Hearts on Toast