artichoke
noun
ar·ti·choke
ˈär-tə-ˌchōk 
1
: a tall Mediterranean composite herb (Cynara cardunculus var. scolymus synonym C. scolymus) resembling a thistle with coarse pinnately incised leaves
also
: its edible immature flower head which is cooked as a vegetable
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Add extra veggies: Bell peppers, peas, or artichokes add color and a little more bite.
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Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Mar. 2025
One cup of cooked brussels sprouts, for example, contains 4 grams of protein and a medium-sized artichoke contains 4.2 grams.
—Tatiana Dias, Vogue, 24 Mar. 2025
Pizzas start at $9 and can come with regular or premium toppings such as artichoke hearts, chicken or feta.
—Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 Mar. 2025
Here’s a recipe for artichokes with sizzling shallot vinaigrette.
—Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2025
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Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Mar. 2025
One cup of cooked brussels sprouts, for example, contains 4 grams of protein and a medium-sized artichoke contains 4.2 grams.
—Tatiana Dias, Vogue, 24 Mar. 2025
Pizzas start at $9 and can come with regular or premium toppings such as artichoke hearts, chicken or feta.
—Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 Mar. 2025
Here’s a recipe for artichokes with sizzling shallot vinaigrette.
—Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2025
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“Artichoke.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/artichoke. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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artichoke
noun
ar·ti·choke
ˈärt-ə-ˌchōk
: a tall plant related to the daisies and having a flower head which is cooked and eaten as a vegetable
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