Baked Artichoke Hearts

Baked Artichoke Hearts are a delightful and savory Italian dish, perfect for a keto diet. These tender artichokes are stuffed with a creamy blend of cheese and herbs, then baked until golden and bubbling.

Ingredients

• Artichoke hearts - 400 grams (canned or frozen, drained)
• Cream cheese - 100 grams, softened
• Parmesan cheese - 50 grams, grated
• Mozzarella cheese - 50 grams, shredded
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 1 tablespoon, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, grated Parmesan, shredded mozzarella, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
3. Place the drained artichoke hearts in a baking dish and spoon the cheese mixture generously into each heart.
4. Drizzle the olive oil over the stuffed artichokes.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 360
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 50 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants, which help combat oxidative stress.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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