Artichoke is a plant native to Europe and Africa. The vegetable is mainly grown in Italy, France, Germany, Spain and Switzerland. His the taste is slightly nutty, and at the same time bitter and astringent. The aroma may also resemble asparagus. However, it is due to the numerous health properties of artichoke that it has gained the greatest popularity.
Artichoke is a rich source vitamins C, E, K, A, B vitamins. In addition, it will supplement the demand for calcium, sodium, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus. Its composition also contains plenty of antioxidants.
Thanks to this, the artichoke has cholesterol-regulating properties. It will work on both the “bad” LDL fraction and total cholesterol. Meaning that will lower high blood pressureprotecting the heart against the development of many diseases. Among other things, it will reduce the risk of atherosclerosis, stroke and hypertension. Vegetable it will also improve poor triglyceride results by lowering them.
Taking artichoke regularly will have a positive effect on the digestive system. Pit will speed up your metabolismsweeping away all deposits, toxins and will reduce the risk of developing colon cancer. It will ensure the proper composition of the intestinal microbiome, supporting not only peristalsis, but also the body’s immunity.
Eating artichoke is recommended for people suffering from diabetes. The vegetable is rich in insulin, which regulates glucose levels in the body and increases sensitivity to it. Additionally, it will lower blood sugar, protecting against the development of the disease. Artichoke is completely safe for diabetics, and its index glycemic is only 18.
Artichokes can be used in many ways in the kitchen. Most often, it should be heat treated and it will work well here baking, grilling, cooking, fryingbecause older specimens are not eaten raw. For this reason, it will complement well and will enrich the interior of casseroles, pastas and soups.
After heat treatment successfully can be eaten on its own with your favorite sauce or flavored olive oil. It is also a popular way to use artichoke preparing juice from it. This is also the simplest way to take advantage of its health properties.
For me, the best way to use the vegetable is this one artichoke casserole. Is delicious, easy to prepare and incredibly healthy. Gladly the whole family eats iteven kids who don’t like vegetables. Be sure to try it out.
Ingredients:
- 500 g artichoke,
- 220 g grated parmesan cheese,
- 2 teaspoons of granulated garlic,
- 1/2 cup of mayonnaise,
- 2 tablespoons of parsley,
- 1/2 teaspoon of sweet paprika.
How to do it:
Wash the artichokes under running water and clean the stem and outer leaves. Then cut the vegetables in half and cut out their core. In a bowl add artichokes, parmesan, garlic, mayonnaise, parsley and sweet pepper. Mix everything until the vegetables are covered in a mixture of cheese, mayonnaise and spices.
Place the artichokes in an ovenproof dish. Bake them at 175 degrees Celsius for 25-35 minutes. Artichoke casserole serve immediately after preparation with your favorite sauces and lemon for sprinkling.
Source: izielnik.pl, Terazgotuje.pl
