Pâtes aux Artichauts

Pâtes aux Artichauts is a vibrant and flavorful Moroccan-inspired pasta dish that combines tender artichokes with aromatic spices and fresh herbs. This healthy Paleo version emphasizes wholesome ingredients while delivering a unique and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium, spiralized
• Artichoke hearts - 200 grams, canned in water, drained
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped red onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until it becomes translucent.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
4. Add the drained artichoke hearts to the skillet and gently stir them in with the onions and garlic.
5. Sprinkle in the cumin, coriander, and paprika, and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, allowing the spices to infuse.
6. Meanwhile, spiralize the zucchini into noodles and set aside.
7. Once the artichoke mixture is heated through, add the zucchini noodles to the skillet.
8. Toss everything together gently for about 3-5 minutes until the zucchini is just tender but still has a bit of crunch.
9. Remove from heat, drizzle with lemon juice, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
10. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from artichokes, which can support liver health.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb and Paleo diets.

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