Artichoke is an excellent source of vitamin C & is able to play the role of a powerful antioxidant. Study reveals that it is steamed1also beneficial for curing asthma. Artichoke is an outstanding support provider for the capillaries structure. This rich source of folic acid, vitamin C and beta-carotene is able to reduce the level of homocysteine effectively. This high supplier of potassium is able to reduce the chances of kidney stones.


Ingredients:
1.    Artichokes- 10 (chopped)
2.    Extra virgin olive oil- 1-2 tbsp
3.    Potatoes- 1 ½ pound (peeled & chop in half)
4.    Pepper (freshly ground)- As per taste
5.    Carrot- 1 pound (skin removed & chop lengthwise)
6.    Salt- According to taste
7.    Leek- 1 pound (light green & white portion only, lengthwise chopped, properly washed & diced into small pieces)
8.    Water- 1 ½ cup
9.    Fresh dill- 1/3 cup (diced finely)
10.    Fresh parsley –  2/3 cup (diced finely)
11.    Lemon juice- ¼ cup
12.    Lemon zest (freshly grated)- 1 tbsp
13.    Fresh mint- 2 tbsp (finely minced)

Direction:

•    Lengthwise chop the artichokes.
•    Now in a large sized Dutch oven heat oil on medium temperature.
•    Add the artichokes along with the leeks, salt, pepper, carrots & potatoes.
•    Stir continuously & allow it cook till you get the flexible texture.
•    Pour water & turn the temperature to a little lower one.
•    Cover the top partially & let it cook for almost 20-25 minutes (till you get the soft texture).
•    Now add the dills along with the parsley, lemon juice, lemon zest & mint.
•    Sprinkle the pepper along with the salt.
•    Stir well & take it off from the heat.
•    Allow it to cool & then serve.