Artichoke Bruschetta
Enjoy the delightful and healthy Artichoke Bruschetta, perfect for a diabetes-friendly appetizer. This simple, flavourful topping combines chopped artichokes, capers, and arugula, making it an ideal choice for serving on whole grain crackers or crostini at your next gathering.
Servings: 15
Calories: 15.1kcal
Ingredients
- 14 oz artichoke hearts drained and squeezed out
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp capers chopped
- 2 handfuls arugula chopped finely
- 1 tbsp red onion minced
- 1/2 lemon juiced
- 1/8 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Using a knife, chop the artichokes finely. Transfer to a medium sized bowl.14 oz artichoke hearts
- Stir in the olive oil, capers, lemon, arugula and red onion.1 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp capers, 2 handfuls arugula, 1 tbsp red onion, 1/2 lemon
- Season to taste with plenty of freshly ground coarse black pepper. Serve on whole grain crackers or crostini (Note: nutritional value does not include crackers).1/8 tsp pepper
Cooking Tips
- Enhancing Flavour: Ensure the artichokes are well-drained and squeezed of excess moisture to concentrate the flavours.
- Choice of Base: While whole grain crackers or crostini are suggested, you can opt for gluten-free alternatives to cater to those with gluten sensitivities.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Artichoke Bruschetta
Amount per Serving
Calories
15.1
% Daily Value*
Fat
0.9
g
1
%
Saturated Fat
0.1
g
1
%
Sodium
127.5
mg
6
%
Potassium
4.1
mg
0
%
Carbohydrates
1.2
g
0
%
Fiber
0.5
g
2
%
Sugar
0.3
g
0
%
Protein
0.3
g
1
%
Vitamin C
0.2
mg
0
%
Calcium
1.7
mg
0
%
Iron
0.04
mg
0
%
Magnesium
0.8
mg
0
%
Zinc
0.01
mg
0
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.