Steamed Artichokes with Almond Saffron Dip |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 1 |
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Yummy healthy artichoke dip alternative. Each serving is one artichoke plus 1/4 cup of dip. Ingredients:
4 artichokes |
1 pinch saffron |
1 tablespoon boiling water |
1/4 cup sliced almonds |
2 tablespoons olive oil |
1 small onion, chopped |
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped |
1 cup nonfat plain yogurt |
1/4 cup parsley |
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice |
Directions:
1. Arrange the artichokes in a steamer basket set over at least 3 cups of water and steam, covered, until the leaves can be easily removed, about 1 hour. About halfway through cooking check the water level and add more, if necessary.
2. Let cool.
3. In a small bowl, stir together saffron and the tablespoon of boiling water.
4. Toast the almonds in a small dry skillet over medium-high heat until beginning to brown, about 2 minutes.
5. Remove the almonds and add 1 tablespoon of the oil to the pan.
6. Add onion and cook until beginning to brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Transfer to a bowl and let cool.
7. In a food processor, grind the almonds until finely chopped. Add the saffron mixture, onion mixture, yogurt and parsley and puree until smooth.
8. Transfer to a bowl and stir in the lemon juice and remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper.
9. Serve with the artichokes.
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