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Source of fiber, folate, and potassium
In season: Spring · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Air-fryer artichoke hearts (85 g) has 40 calories. That works out to 47 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.9 g of carbs, 2.5 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat and 4.6 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 23% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 85 g
40
KCAL / 85G
Carbs
8.9g
· 3% DV
Protein
2.5g
· 5% DV
Fat
0.3g
· 0% DV
Fiber
4.6g
· 16% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 74% · Protein 21% · Fat 5%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 40 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.06 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 28 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.9 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% |
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 85 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 18 g | 8 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 55 g | 26 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 85 g | 40 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 47 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 130 g | 61 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 71 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 220 g | 103 kcal |
Calculated from 47 calories per 100 g.
Drain and thoroughly dry the artichoke hearts, then toss them with a little oil and your chosen seasonings. Arrange them in a single layer in the air fryer and cook until the edges are browned, shaking the basket partway through.
Air-fryer artichoke hearts usually take about 10–15 minutes at 400°F. The time varies with their size, moisture, and whether they are fresh, frozen, or canned, so check for browned edges and adjust as needed.
Yes, canned artichoke hearts work well in the air fryer. Drain them and pat them dry first; excess liquid can make them steam instead of brown. If they are marinated, drain off the extra oil before seasoning.
Yes, frozen artichoke hearts can be air-fried. Thaw them and remove excess moisture first for more even browning. If you cook them straight from frozen, expect to add time and check that the centers are hot.
Dry the artichoke hearts thoroughly, coat them lightly with oil, and leave space between pieces in the basket. Crowding traps steam and softens them; shaking the basket during cooking helps expose more surfaces to the hot air.
Garlic, black pepper, paprika, and dried herbs such as oregano pair well with air-fryer artichoke hearts. Finish with lemon juice or grated Parmesan if you like; taste before adding much salt, especially when using brined hearts.
No, you can air-fry artichoke hearts without added oil, but a light coating helps the seasonings stick and encourages browning. Canned or marinated hearts may already carry moisture or oil, so drain and dry them first.
No, canned or otherwise pre-cooked artichoke hearts do not need boiling before air-frying. Fresh hearts need to be trimmed and cleaned first; cut them into evenly sized pieces so they cook at a similar rate.
Garlic yogurt, lemon aioli, and hummus all pair well with air-fryer artichoke hearts. They also work alongside a green salad or roasted vegetables, or as a vegetable side with grilled fish or chicken.
Store leftover air-fryer artichoke hearts in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat them within a few days. Reheat them in the air fryer to bring back some crispness; they will soften as they sit.
Vitamins
Folate
57.8µg · 14% DV
Vitamin K
12.58µg · 10% DV
Vitamin C
6.29mg · 7% DV
B6
0.1mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.2mg · 22% DV
Manganese
0.22mg · 10% DV
Phosphorus
62mg · 9% DV
Magnesium
36mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
243mg · 7% DV
Sodium
28mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 40 calories in 1 cup (medium) (85 g):
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Air-fryer artichoke hearts are the tender inner portions of artichokes cooked with circulating hot air, often with a little oil and seasoning. Artichokes have deep roots in Mediterranean cooking, where the hearts are enjoyed in dishes from salads to vegetable sides; using an air fryer gives them a crisp-edged take without deep-frying.
They turn lightly browned outside and soft inside, with lemon, garlic or herbs bringing out their mild, earthy flavour. Serve them warm as a side or snack, or let them cool and add them to a salad or mezze-style spread. They provide fibre, with 5.4 g per 100 g, alongside relatively little fat. For a lighter serving, use just enough oil to coat and pair with a lemony dip.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
High
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.06g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.