This is one of those side dishes that makes a big impact with very little effort. Less than five minutes of prep, then let a hot oven do the rest of the work!

Artichoke hearts are filling because of their high fiber content, and they’re also a good source of the antioxidant vitamin C. That’s good news for your cellular health. The addition of fresh lemon juice and zest really plays to the artichokes' strengths, resulting in a light, tangy recipe that works beautifully next to richer main dishes like steak or seafood.

Lemony Roasted Artichoke Hearts joins Pan-Seared Scallops with Bacon and Spinach; Grass-Fed Beef Tenderloin Steaks with Sauteed Shiitakes; and Chocolate Avocado Mousse with Cacao Nibs on our Romantic Night In menu.  

Lemony Roasted Artichoke Hearts

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February 9, 2017

This light artichoke recipe makes the perfect veggie side dish for richer main courses like steak and seafood. Filling, full of vitamin C, and so easy!

Virgin Diet compliant: Cycles 1, 2, and 3
Sugar Impact Diet compliant: Cycles 1, 2, and 3

• Prep: 5 mins
• Cook: 25 mins
• Yields: 4 Servings

Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil, plush more for the pan

2 (9-ounce) boxes frozen artichoke hearts, thawed

1/4 tsp sea salt

1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper

2 tsp grated lemon zest

1 tsp lemon juice

Directions

1Preheat the oven to 450°F.

2Lightly dampen a paper towel with a small amount of olive oil and wipe a large rimmed baking sheet with it.

3Combine the 2 tablespoons of oil, artichoke hearts, salt, and pepper in a large bowl and toss to coat.

4Place the artichoke hearts on the prepared baking sheet and roast, stirring occasionally, until browned and tender. 22 to 23 minutes.

5Transfer to a bowl and toss with the lemon zest and lemon juice. Enjoy!

This recipe is part of the Romantic Night In menu, with Pan-Seared Scallops with Bacon and Spinach; Grass-Fed Beef Tenderloin Steaks with Sauteed Shiitakes; Lemony Roasted Artichoke Hearts; and Chocolate Avocado Mousse with Cacao Nibs. Check out the Romantic Night In Menu and Guide for links to all the recipes, plus more handy tips and tricks for the perfect date night.

Originally published in JJ Virgin's Sugar Impact Diet Cookbook, Grand Central Life & Style, 2015

Want more healthy, yummy recipes? Check out jjvirgin.com/recipes.

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Nutrition Facts

Calories120

Sodium230 mg

Protein3 grams

Sugar0 grams

Total Fat8 grams

Saturated Fat1 gram

Total Carbohydrates11 grams

Dietary Fiber8 grams

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