This Turkish artichoke dish supports balanced everyday eating with simple vegetables.
It offers steady energy while remaining light and refreshing.
Artichokes bring calm nourishment and gentle texture.
Peas and carrots add natural sweetness without heaviness.
Olive oil creates a smooth, grounding finish.
Ideal for maintaining a steady plant-forward lifestyle.
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Artichoke with Peas and Carrots (Zeytinyağlı Enginar)
Cold Turkish artichokes with peas and carrots in olive oil for a balanced plant-forward everyday dish.
Ingredients
Equipment
soup pot with lid
Cooking Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and cook until soft.
- Stir in garlic and cook briefly.
- Add diced carrot and cook for a few minutes.
- Place artichoke hearts in the pot.
- Add peas evenly around the artichokes.
- Pour in water, lemon juice, and sugar.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Remove from heat and let cool completely.
- Garnish with fresh dill or parsley before serving cold.
Nutrition
Notes
Let dish cool fully before serving.
Use good-quality olive oil for best flavor.
Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Use good-quality olive oil for best flavor.
Serve chilled or at room temperature.