• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
Essence Eats logo
  • Home
  • About
  • Recipes
    • Breakfast
    • Sides
    • Appetizers
    • Dinner
    • Desserts
    • Cocktails
  • How To
  • Newsletter
  • contact
menu icon
go to homepage
  • recipes
  • about
  • how-to
  • subscribe
  • contact
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
  • search icon
    Homepage link
    • recipes
    • about
    • how-to
    • subscribe
    • contact
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
  • ×

    Home » Sides

    Lemon Garlic Artichoke with Pesto Aioli

    Mar 24, 2021 · 1 Comment

    Say adios to boring steamed artichokes, and make room for these flavorful roasted artichokes. They are roasted in lemon and garlic until tender inside and crisp at the top. The pesto aioli is a blend of basil, parmesan, and mayo for a creamy yet bright addition. 

    Artichoke season is something that sings that the sun is coming out and the flowers are blooming. I look forward to it all winter. I mean, how can you pass up an artichoke at the store for only $1? From spinach artichoke dip to these tasty roasted artichokes, I try to use up all the artichoke I can in the spring and summer. These would be a perfect side dish for a summer dinner or even great to snack on poolside. 

    Lemon Garlic Roasted Artichokes with Pesto Aioli

    Emma Essence
    Roasted artichoke in garlic and lemon and topped with creamy bright pesto aioli.
    Print Recipe Pin Recipe
    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 1 hr 5 mins
    Course Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish
    Servings 6 servings

    Equipment

    • Food processor

    Ingredients
      

    Lemon Garlic Roasted Artichoke

    • 3 artichokes
    • 2 lemons sliced
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 10 cloves garlic
    • salt and pepper to taste

    Pesto Aioli

    • 1 garlic clove
    • 1 cup fresh basil
    • ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
    • ½ tablespoon lemon juice
    • ½ tablespoon olive oil
    • ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
    • ½ cup high quality mayonnaise

    Instructions
     

    • Heat the oven to 375F.
    • Thoroughly wash your artichokes. Using a sharp knife, cut the bottom half-inch of the artichoke stem and top 1 inch of the artichoke. Trim the pointed tip of every leaf around the artichoke and pull off any small leaves towards the branch.
    • Slice the artichoke in half vertically. Use a spoon to remove the fuzzy center of the artichoke. Then rub lemon juice all over the artichoke to prevent browning. Repeat to all artichokes.
    • Place the artichoke halves in a baking dish, cut side up. Drizzle with olive oil and cover with lemon slices and garlic cloves. Generously sprinkle in salt and pepper. Then flip the artichokes to be cut side down.
    • Cover the baking dish in foil and bake for 1 hour.
    • While the artichokes bake, prepare the pesto aioli. In a food processor, combine garlic, basil, freshly grated parmesan cheese, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and mayonnaise. Scoop into a small bowl and set aside.
    • Remove the artichokes from the oven. Turn them to be cut side up and bake for 5 more minutes until golden brown and crisp.
    • Spoon the garlic lemon olive oil over the artichokes for some added flavor. Serve warm alongside the pesto aioli.
    Keyword Aioli, Artichoke, Garlic, Lemon, Pesto, Roasted
    « Parmesan Popovers with Honey Herb Butter
    Lemon Cheesecake with Golden Oreo Crust »

    Reader Interactions

    Trackbacks

    1. Lemon Garlic Broiled Lobster Tails - EssenceEats says:
      at

      […] tail will never disappoint. These lobster tails, alongside some vegetables like grilled zucchini or roasted artichokes, create a perfect meal. Spoil your loved one with these divine lobster […]

      Reply

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    About Me Square Image

    hi there, i'm emma essence!

    I'm Emma & welcome to Essence Eats! Here you will find creative takes on classic comfort food recipes! From decadent desserts to warming soups, these recipes will give you all the cozy feelings.

    more about me →

    popular recipes

    • Lemon Cranberry Bars with Shortbread Crust
    • Creamy Broccoli and Brie Soup
    • Hot Honey Lemon Pepper Wings
    • Old Fashioned Chicken and Rice

    fall recipes

    • Sweet Potato Crostini with Goat Cheese and Candied Pecans
    • Easy Apple Hand Pies with Puff Pastry
    • Pumpkin Espresso Martini (with Homemade Pumpkin Spice Syrup)
    • Mac and Cheese with Brie

    Featured In

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • About Me

    Newsletter

    • Sign up for emails and updates

    Contact

    • Contact

    copyright © 2022 Essence Eats LLC