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How to make the most delicious Artichoke Pesto in 5 minutes or less. This recipe uses just four simple ingredients to make the most incredible and delicious artichoke pesto that's perfect served as a dip, in pasta or on toasted bread.
Trust me when I say this artichoke pesto is something that you'll be making again and again.
It's so addictively delicious and takes no more than 5 minutes to make using an immersion blender or food processor.
I love to serve it on top of toasted ciabatta to make Artichoke Bruschetta which makes the perfect apertivo served alongside a glass of prosecco or Aperol Spritz.
You can also serve it as a dip, in pasta or in salads. It's super versatile and made with just four simple ingredients!
See the recipe below including notes on ingredients, step by step photos, tips, variations and a video tutorial.For the full printable recipe scroll to the bottom or click the recipe link below
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Ingredients
Ingredient notes and substitutions
- Artichokes - make sure to use artichoke hearts jarred in oil (usually sunflower oil or olive oil). If they are marinated in herbs or spices that's fine too.
- Lemon - you only need a small squeeze of lemon juice or you can leave it out if you prefer.
- Garlic - make sure to use fresh garlic and not powdered. You only need half a clove as it's strong when raw and you don't want it to overpower the pesto.
- Parmigiano Reggiano - use freshly grated, you can also use Pecorino Romano.
- Salt and Pepper - the majority of the time I don't add salt so make sure to taste the pesto before adding!
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Step by step photos and instructions
Step 1 - put the artichokes, cheese, lemon, garlic and a little pepper in a bowl (photos 1 & 2).
Step 2 - Blitz until smooth using an immersion blender, alternatively you can use a food processor (photos 3 & 4).
Step 3 - Taste and add salt if needed (it rarely does) then serve in a bowl or on crusty bread.
Recipe tips and FAQs
- Type of artichokes to use - you want to look for jarred artichoke hearts in oil, it doesn't matter if they are whole, halved or quartered. Spoon the artichokes out of the oil into a bowl or processor.
- Consistency - If your pesto is too thick, add a little more oil that the artichokes were jarred in to emulsify it more.
- Serving suggestions - serve the pesto on crusty toasted bread to make bruschetta, with cured meats and cheese or even use as a pasta sauce or in salads.
How long does it last?
The artichoke pesto will keep well for up to 5 days in the fridge. Bring out of the fridge at least 10 minutes before serving so it's not too cold.
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This recipe was first published on April 6th 2017 but has since been updated for user experience.
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Artichoke Pesto
How to make the most delicious Artichoke Pesto in 5 minutes or less. This recipe uses just four simple ingredients to make the most incredible and delicious artichoke pesto that's perfect served as a dip, in pasta or on toasted bread.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
Total Time 5 minutes minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 65kcal
Author Emily Wyper
Ingredients
- 10.5 ounces chopped artichoke hearts jarred in oil (300g)
- ¼ cup Parmigiano Reggiano finely grated (15g)
- 1 squeeze lemon juice
- ½ clove garlic
- 1 pinch salt and pepper to season (you may not need any salt)
Instructions
Remove the artichokes from the oil and add to a bowl (keep the oil). Add the garlic, lemon juice, Parmigiano Reggiano and a pinch of pepper.
Blitz everything together until smooth using an immersion blender (alternatively use a food processor). Add a little oil if the consistency seems too thick. Taste and add salt if needed.
Spoon into a serving bowl and serve with cheese, cured meats, crusty bread or crackers.
Notes
- Type of artichokes to use - you want to look for jarred artichoke hearts in oil, it doesn't matter if they are whole, halved or quartered. Spoon the artichokes out of the oil into a bowl or processor.
- Consistency - If your pesto is too thick, add a little more oil that the artichokes were jarred in to emulsify it more.
- Serving suggestions - serve the pesto on crusty toasted bread to make bruschetta, with cured meats and cheese or even use as a pasta sauce.
Nutrition
Calories: 65kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 235mg | Potassium: 3mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 516IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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Lorna
Eager to try this - most pestos have some kind of nut as well. May I inquire as to why you left nuts out of this recipe? And if you were to add one, which but would you choose? Thanks!
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Emily
Hi Lorna, this is something I've been making for years without nuts just personal preference. I'd try adding pine nuts or cashews since they have a nice creaminess to them. Hope you enjoy it!
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Lorraine
I love how simple this is!
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Nicole Shillings
I LOVE artichoke dip. This reminds me of an artichoke dip my mom used to make for parties. As a kid it was such a special treat... heck it still is!
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Inside the rustic kitchen
I love this too and it's SO simple.
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sandiyee160
Hi, these look absolutely delish! Looking forward to seeing more!
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insidetherustickitchen
Thank you so much!
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betzcee
So simply lovely and delish. I will take this one to at least one of the upcoming potlucks un the desert this winter.
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insidetherustickitchen
Thank you so much. It really is so easy and delicious.
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