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Artichoke Puree on Corn Cakes

Artichoke Puree on Corn Cakes

with Almonds
20 min., ready in 30 min.
Time:
72
calories
Calories:
Health Score:
84 / 100
Ingredientsfor  
Ingredients
3 small Tomatoes (each about 1.5 ounces)
8 ozs Artichoke bottoms (from a can; drained weight)
1 tsp ground almonds
salt
peppers
4 sprigs Basil
2 Puffed corn cakes
How healthy are the main ingredients?
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Preparation
1.
Artichoke Puree on Corn Cakes preparation step 1

Rinse tomatoes, wipe dry and cut out the stems.

2.
Artichoke Puree on Corn Cakes preparation step 2

Cut tomatoes into quarters, remove seeds, and cut into approximately 1/4-inch dice.

3.
Artichoke Puree on Corn Cakes preparation step 3

Drain artichoke hearts, then cut it into approximately 1/2-inch dice. Put half in a tall vessel and puree with an immersion blender.

4.
Artichoke Puree on Corn Cakes preparation step 4

Mix the puree with remaining artichoke pieces, diced tomatoes and ground almonds. Add salt and pepper and let stand for 10 minutes.

5.
Artichoke Puree on Corn Cakes preparation step 5

Meanwhile, rinse basil, shake dry and pluck leaves. Set some aside for garnish and cut the rest into thin strips.

6.
Artichoke Puree on Corn Cakes preparation step 6

Add basil to the artichoke puree, stir again, season with salt and pepper and spread on the corn cakes. Garnish with basil leaves and serve.

Nutritional values
1 serving contains
(Percentage of daily recommendation)
Calorie72 cal.(3 %)
Protein3 g(3 %)
Fat2 g(2 %)
Carbohydrates10 g(7 %)
Sugar added0 g(0 %)
Roughage10.5 g(35 %)
Healthy, because

Healthy, because

This recipe is a light, low-fat appetizer with soluble fiber from the artichoke, which helps keep cholesterol levels in check.

Even smarter

Even smarter

This dish can be prepared the day before serving. Keep the artichoke puree covered in the refrigerator, and then spread it on the corn cakes right before serving. 

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