Artichoke Heart

VegetableNuttyMildEarthyTenderSlightly Sweet

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories: 53
Protein (g): 2.9
Fat (g): 0.2
Carbs (g): 11.9
Fiber (g): 5.7
Sodium (mg): —

Values vary by form (fresh, canned, marinated); sodium can be high in brined products.

Storage

Room temp: up to 0 days
Refrigerated: up to 3 days
Frozen: up to 90 days

Artichoke heart is the tender inner core of a globe artichoke, pale and compact once trimmed of spiny leaves and choke. It tastes mildly nutty and slightly sweet with a firm, meaty bite, and holds its shape when roasted, sauteed, or grilled. Sold fresh, canned, marinated, or frozen, it excels in dips, pastas, pizzas, grain bowls, and antipasti.\n\nDomesticated from the wild cardoon in the Mediterranean, artichokes spread through Italy, Spain, and France before reaching North America. Producers trim and process hearts for canning or marinating, while fresh hearts peak in spring and fall in California.