February 8, 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
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
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