FREGOLA WITH ARTICHOKES, FETA, TOASTED ALMONDS AND HERBS

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Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     weekday, side dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lemon, juiced
3 medium artichokes (about 1 1/2 pounds)
1/3 cup slivered almonds
6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon plus 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
3 garlic cloves, crushed and peeled
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 1/4 cup fregola or Israeli couscous
3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup crumbled feta cheese (4 ounces)

Steps:

  • Put lemon juice and artichokes into a bowl of water. Discard the outer leaves of each artichoke. As you do so, and as you continue cleaning the artichokes, dip them into the lemon water. Trim away the dark skin from the base, and the bottom of the stem. Slice off the top third of each artichoke. Slice the artichokes in half lengthwise. Using a teaspoon or grapefruit spoon, scoop out the hairy chokes inside, pulling out any purple leaves. Cut the artichokes into 1/2-inch-wide pieces.
  • Put the almonds in a saucepan over medium heat. Toss occasionally until golden. Transfer to a bowl.
  • Add 6 cups water to the saucepan with 1/4 cup oil, 1 tablespoon salt, the garlic and red pepper flakes. Bring mixture to a boil. Add the artichokes; lower the heat, cover, and simmer until tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove artichokes with a slotted spoon to a large bowl.
  • Bring the cooking water to a boil, add the fregola or couscous, lower heat and simmer until tender, 8 to 12 minutes; drain. Add the fregola or couscous, almonds, mint, dill, 1/4 teaspoon salt and the pepper to the bowl of artichokes. Sprinkle with cheese and drizzle with 2 tablespoons oil. Toss gently.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 368, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 473 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Mdmehedihasan Samiul
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I'm so glad you enjoyed the recipe! It's one of my favorites.


Haribabu Poudel
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The artichokes were perfectly cooked and the fregola was flavorful. The feta and toasted almonds added a nice touch of saltiness and crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Shahzaib Abid
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they loved it. The fregola was perfectly cooked and the artichokes were delicious. The feta and toasted almonds added a nice touch of saltiness and crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Udodi Dike
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I loved this recipe! The fregola was cooked perfectly and the artichokes were tender and flavorful. The feta and toasted almonds added a nice touch of saltiness and crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Marvin Smith
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This was a delicious and easy recipe to make. The artichokes were especially good. I will definitely be making this again.


Maputuku Victor
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I'm so glad you enjoyed the recipe! It's one of my favorites.


Alamin Raz
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The artichokes were perfectly cooked and the fregola was flavorful. The feta and toasted almonds added a nice touch of saltiness and crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Gomez Manuel
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they loved it. The fregola was perfectly cooked and the artichokes were delicious. The feta and toasted almonds added a nice touch of saltiness and crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Kamran Prince
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I loved this recipe! The fregola was cooked perfectly and the artichokes were tender and flavorful. The feta and toasted almonds added a nice touch of saltiness and crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


pyae phyo maung
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This was a delicious and easy recipe to make. The artichokes were especially good. I will definitely be making this again.


Sl Piyas
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I'm so glad you enjoyed the recipe! It's one of my favorites.


Larissa Entzminger
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The artichokes were perfectly cooked and the fregola was flavorful. The feta and toasted almonds added a nice touch of saltiness and crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Dik Tat
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it. The fregola was perfectly cooked and the artichokes were delicious. The feta and toasted almonds added a nice touch of saltiness and crunch. I will definitely be making this a


i BaHi
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This was a great recipe! The fregola was cooked perfectly and the artichokes were tender and flavorful. The feta and toasted almonds added a nice touch of saltiness and crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


wahiba kahlaoui
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I'm not usually a fan of fregola, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of flavors and textures was perfect. The artichokes were especially good. I will definitely be making this again.


oussama tounekti
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I was able to get it on the table in under 30 minutes. The fregola cooked perfectly and the artichokes were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


farwa kamran
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This Fregola with Artichokes, Feta, Toasted Almonds, and Herbs recipe was a hit with my family. The flavors were fantastic, the artichokes were perfectly tender, and the feta added a nice salty touch. Will definitely make this again!