1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil flavored with Mastiha
freshly squeezed juice of 1 large lemon
1 garlic clove, crushed
½ cup finely chopped fresh mint or basil
freshly ground black pepper
3 tbsp grated feta cheese
1-2 fresh scallions, cleaned and sliced into very thin rings
Cooking instructions
Cut the lemon in half and squeeze it into a bowl with 3-4 cups of water. Using a sharp knife, cut off the tough outer leaves and the spiny top leaves from each artichoke. Then, cut the artichokes in half lengthwise and use a small spoon to scrape out and remove all the fuzzy, pink interior.
Cut each half again in half lengthwise and immediately place the pieces in the lemon water. In a blender, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, mint or basil, pepper, and feta.
Blend until smooth. Drain the artichokes from the lemon water, place them in a bowl, and add the feta vinaigrette. Toss gently to combine.
Garnish with finely chopped fresh scallions and serve immediately.
