Nutritionists Open Up A Can: How To Eat Canned Artichokes

If all of your favorite canned foods have been taken off the shelves, it might be time to get creative with what you're buying. More obscure options, like water chestnuts and canned artichokes usually remain. Since we've already been told how to eat the former, what should we do with the latter?

First and foremost, drain the can, rinse the artichokes in cold water, and pat them dry before eating or cooking. "Canned artichokes are higher in sodium than other vegetables," Knudsen said. This process helps remove any excess salt, which can weaken immunity. 

Once you've finished that step, there are plenty of ways to eat them. "I love using canned artichokes in veggie hummus wraps," Knudsen said, "or putting them on a pita pizza with frozen spinach, minced garlic, Parmesan, and mozzarella." 

Cording seconded the pizza option and added salads, pastas, or, if you don't feel like cooking, a charcuterie plate. 

"One artichoke heart provides 1 gram of fiber," Knudsen said, "and when do you ever just eat one?" And in terms of cans, one can of artichoke hearts has 5 grams of fiber and 3 grams of protein.