Steamed Artichokes with Fajita Vinaigrette and Creamy Pesto

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon commercial basil pesto
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 2 bay leaves
• ½ cup balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon fajita seasoning
• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 4 large artichokes
• + 7 more ingredients
• • 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • Lettuce leaves
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
  • Garnishes: seeded chopped tomato, minced cilantro, olives
  • 1 cup olive oil, divided

Wash artichokes by plunging them up and down in cold water. Cut off stem ends, and trim about 1/2 inch from top of each artichoke. Remove any loose bottom leaves. With scissors, trim sharp edges from the top of outer leaves, if necessary. Place artichokes in a large Dutch oven; cover with water, ...

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