Artichokes

Description

“Pretty on the outside, healthy on the inside”
An impressive-looking green-purple globe-shaped vegetable covered in layers of leaves, that is actually an edible type of thistle. Globe artichokes require a little effort in preparation and cooking, however the results are well worth it and they are often considered to be a luxury. A hairy choke is surrounded by the inner leaves which are not eaten but are discarded to reveal the deliciously nutty edible part of the artichoke the heart. If the artichokes are young and fresh the stem can also be eaten. Choose artichokes with slightly closed stiff leaves and a short stalk.

Nutrition Facts :
The following nutrition information is provided by the USDA for one medium artichoke (120g), cooked without salt.1

Calories: 64
Fat: 0.4g
Sodium: 72mg
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 7g
Sugars: 1.2g
Protein: 3.5g