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Instant Pot Artichokes

Published: Mar 4, 2023 · Modified: Mar 14, 2025 by Katie Pfeffer MS, RD · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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Try my super Instant pot artichokes with a tasty lemon mayo dip this spring! These pressure cooker artichokes are ready in under 30 minutes! Artichoke fans, the season is almost here!

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Steamed Artichokes with Lemon Mayo dip!
artichoke with dip
steamed artichokes with lemon mayo dip!

Instant Pot Artichokes

Delicious artichokes can be done in half the cooking time thanks to the Instant Pot! Set it and forget it! If you don't have an Instant Pot, I highly recommend it. If you are not interested in having one, artichokes can also easily be cooked in a steamer pot for about 25 minutes or so!

instant pot artichokes with lemon mayo dip

While perusing your local produce aisle (or Farmer's Market) look for ones with leaves that are tight and make a squeaky sound when rubbed together. The most common varieties in the U.S. are the Globe and the Big Heart, which range in colors of gorgeous shades of green and purple. For more on types of artichokes and how to store them, read more from The Spruce Eats.

artichokes in instant pot
Artichokes in an instant pot. Shown cut side up; steamed with stem facing up.

steamed artichokes

pressure cooker artichokes
Trimmed artichokes

To trim the artichokes, remove the outer layers and cut off the top inch or two of the artichoke leaves. I used a sharp set of kitchen shears. Trim at least a ¼ inch of the stem.  Rinse the artichokes and pat dry with a towel before steaming.

Steamed artichokes have more antioxidants than boiled artichokes; almost three times more! I learned this from my new favorite book, Eating on the Wild Side by Jo Robinson. It is pure genius! On each page, there is something new about fruits and vegetables and their micronutrient content. I highly recommend them and would not be surprised if they became a new classic on your bookshelf!

pressure cooker artichokes with dip

A Spring Gem

Don't shy away from this prickly-looking green vegetable! Artichokes are a nutrition powerhouse.  They provide adequate sources of fiber (7 grams a serving), vitamin C, folate, and vitamin K. The fiber, Inulin, is a type of prebiotic that feeds our healthy gut bacteria (probiotics).

Artichokes have an estimated 4 grams of protein per serving, which is more than most vegetables.In addition, they contain cancer-fighting flavonoids (one in particular known as Apigenin) that may reduce the risk of breast and pancreatic cancers.

Hope you enjoy this tasty spring recipe of instant pot artichokes! Leave a comment and any questions below!

Fan of the instant pot? try my other recipes below!

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Artichoke fans, the season is almost here! Try my super simple Instant Pot Artichokes with a tasty lemon mayo dip! These pressure cooker artichokes are ready in under 30 minutes!

  • Author: Katie Pfeffer MS RD
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Pressure Cooker
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Scale

4-6 whole artichokes, medium to large size, trimmed

One lemon, halved

4 cloves garlic (2 whole cloves for steaming optional)

One bay leaf (optional)

Lemon Mayo Dip:

3 tablespoons mayonnaise

¼ cup sour cream

Remaining 2 cloves garlic, minced

Remaining half a lemon, juiced

1 tablespoon dijon mustard

1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

To trim the artichokes, remove the outer layers and cut off the top inch or two of the artichoke leaves. I used a sharp set of kitchen shears. Trim at least a ¼ inch of the stem.  Rinse the artichokes and pat dry with a towel before steaming.

Rub the artichokes with a lemon (cut in half) or with lemon juice (keeps from browning).

Insert the steamer rack into the bottom of the pot. Fill the Instant Pot with the desired amount of water (depending on the instant pot quart size and the number of artichokes). Add in lemon wedges and garlic cloves (optional).

Place the artichokes into the bottom with the stems facing up, or cut side down.

Close the lid and set the vent to the sealing position. Select the Manual cook time of 10-15 minutes (15 minutes for larger artichokes).  Carefully move the sealed position to Vent. When you're able to remove the lid after the pressure is released, use a pair of tongs to gently transfer the artichokes out of the instant pot.

Pair with your favorite dip or melted butter! Or try my Lemon Mayo dip recipe!

Lemon Mayo Dip:

Combine all wet ingredients in a small bowl and whisk together. Mix in the chives.

Equipment

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Notes

To trim the artichokes, remove the outer layers and cut off the top inch or two of the artichoke leaves. I used a sharp set of kitchen shears. Trim at least a ¼ inch of the stem.

Don't have an Instant Pot? Can be done in a steamer pot for 25-30 min.

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