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Fiber-rich vegetable dish with onion sauce
In season: Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Artichoke with onion sauce (180 g) has 130 calories. That works out to 72 calories per 100 g. It contains 19.4 g of carbs, 4.1 g of protein, 4.9 g of fat and 8.3 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 32% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
130
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
19.4g
· 7% DV
Protein
4.1g
· 8% DV
Fat
4.9g
· 6% DV
Fiber
8.3g
· 30% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 56% · Protein 12% · Fat 32%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 130 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.9 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.68 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 324 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 19.4 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% |
| Protein | 4.1 g | 8% |
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 serving (medium) | 180 g | 130 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (diced) | 35 g | 25 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 65 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 72 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 110 g | 79 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 140 g | 101 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 200 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 220 g | 158 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 260 g | 187 kcal |
Calculated from 72 calories per 100 g.
Artichoke with onion sauce is made by gently cooking prepared artichokes with softened onions, olive oil, lemon, and a little water. Simmer until the artichokes are tender, adding liquid if the pan starts to dry out.
Artichoke with onion sauce is usually made with artichokes, onions, olive oil, lemon, water, and salt. Some versions add carrots or peas, but the onion-and-artichoke combination is the defining feature.
Artichoke with onion sauce pairs well with rice, crusty bread, or a simple green salad. Serve it as a light main dish or as a vegetable side alongside other Mediterranean-style dishes.
Yes, artichoke with onion sauce can be served cold or at room temperature. Chilling it after cooking lets the flavors settle, and fresh herbs such as dill or parsley make a good garnish.
Yes, frozen artichokes work well in artichoke with onion sauce. Add them according to the package directions and cook until tender; check them as they simmer because their cooking time may differ from fresh artichokes.
To keep artichokes from browning while preparing artichoke with onion sauce, place trimmed pieces in cold water with lemon juice. Drain them just before cooking so their cut surfaces spend less time exposed to air.
Artichoke with onion sauce keeps for up to 3 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Cool it promptly after cooking, and take out only the portion you plan to serve.
Yes, artichoke with onion sauce can be reheated gently on the stove. Add a splash of water if the sauce has thickened, and warm it until heated through; it is also commonly enjoyed cold.
Yes, canned artichokes can be used for artichoke with onion sauce. Drain and rinse them first, then add them near the end of cooking so they heat through without becoming mushy.
Artichoke with onion sauce may taste bitter if the artichokes are old or have tough, fibrous parts left on them. Choose fresh artichokes and trim away the tough outer leaves and stems before cooking.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
28.8µg · 24% DV
Folate
93.6µg · 23% DV
Vitamin C
11.7mg · 13% DV
B3
1.62mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.29mg · 32% DV
Phosphorus
104mg · 15% DV
Magnesium
59mg · 14% DV
Sodium
324mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
459mg · 14% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 130 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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Artichoke with onion sauce pairs tender artichoke with a savory sauce made with onion. It fits naturally into Mediterranean cooking, where artichokes are enjoyed as a vegetable dish, and is also at home on a Turkish table.
Serve it warm or at room temperature as a light side, or make it part of a vegetable-focused meal with bread or grains. The artichoke is mild and tender, while the onion gives the sauce a deeper, gently sweet flavor. It is a fiber-rich choice; the dish provides 4.6 g of fiber per 100 g. A squeeze of lemon and fresh herbs work well, and you can keep the meal light by using oil sparingly.
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.
Medium
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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.68g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.07g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.21g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.