Chardons à la Vinaigrette

Chardons à la Vinaigrette is a refreshing and zesty vegan French dish featuring tender artichoke hearts and a tangy vinaigrette that awakens the palate. Perfect as a light lunch, this dish is both satisfying and vibrant, showcasing the beauty of simple ingredients.

Ingredients

• Artichoke hearts - 200 grams (canned or jarred, drained)
• Fresh parsley - 30 grams, finely chopped
• Red onion - 50 grams, finely diced
• Capers - 20 grams, rinsed and chopped
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Red wine vinegar - 2 tablespoons
• Dijon mustard - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Mixed greens - 100 grams (for serving)

Steps

1. In a medium bowl, combine the drained artichoke hearts, diced red onion, chopped capers, and parsley.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
3. Pour the vinaigrette over the artichoke mixture and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
4. Let the mixture marinate for at least 10 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to meld.
5. Serve the chardons à la vinaigrette over a bed of mixed greens, garnishing with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, supporting heart health.

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