Stuffed Artichoke Bottoms

Stuffed Artichoke Bottoms are tender, cup-shaped artichoke hearts filled with a savory mixture, often featuring breadcrumbs, herbs, cheese, and sometimes meat or seafood. This elegant appetizer is a staple in Mediterranean cuisine, particularly in Italian and French cooking, where artichokes are celebrated for their delicate flavor.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally moderate in carbohydrates and fat, depending on the stuffing, and provides a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants. A typical serving contains roughly 150-250 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	180 kcal
Protein	7 g
Carbs	22 g
Fat	8 g
Fiber	6 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	320 mg
Vitamin C	12 mg
Vitamin K	15 mcg
Folate	85 mcg
Potassium	420 mg
Magnesium	35 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Manganese	0.4 mg
Phosphorus	95 mg

Per 3 stuffed artichoke bottoms (approx. 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Artichokes are one of the oldest cultivated vegetables, known for their unique compound cynarin, which can temporarily alter taste perception, making water or other foods seem sweeter.