- 4 fresh artichokes, stems and tough outer leaves removed
- 1/4 cup vinegar
- 1 pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Simmer artichokes in the boiling water until softened, about 30 minutes. Drain.
- Mix vinegar, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Whisk in olive oil in a slow, steady stream until vinaigrette is blended.
- Start by eating the artichoke leaves dipped in the vinaigrette. Discard small leaves and gently scrape fuzzy choke from the hearts. Fill the hearts with vinaigrette and slice.