Oxalate <25 mg/serving
Oxalate 25-99 mg/serving
Oxalate ≥100 mg/serving
Artichoke is low in oxalate at 11 mg per half-cup — safely in the green zone. It's also rich in fiber and prebiotics that support gut health. Fresh artichokes take some work to prepare, but jarred or canned artichoke hearts are convenient and equally safe. Artichoke dip (with cream cheese and parmesan) is a kidney-stone-friendly party food: the base is low-oxalate vegetables plus calcium-rich dairy. The one caution: spinach artichoke dip combines a safe vegetable with a high-oxalate one. Stick with plain artichoke preparations.
📊 Nutrition at a Glance
📏 Oxalate by Serving Size
| Serving | Weight | Oxalate | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/2 cup | 84 g | 11 mg | Safe |
| 2 x 1/2 cup | 168 g | 22 mg | Safe |
| ½ x 1/2 cup | 42 g | 5.5 mg | Safe |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is Artichoke safe for kidney stones?
Don't overthink this one. Artichoke has 11 mg oxalate per 1/2 cup. That's solidly safe territory for kidney stones. The number is from Harvard's latest lab work.
What's the oxalate content of Artichoke?
One 1/2 cup of Artichoke = 11 mg oxalate. Scale it up to 100g and you're at 13 mg. Direct measurement from Harvard, 2024. About as reliable as food data gets.
Is Artichoke high in oxalates?
Low. 11 mg per 1/2 cup puts Artichoke firmly in the low-oxalate category. Safe for regular eating if you're managing kidney stones.
What can I eat instead of Artichoke?
Substitutes exist. The safe alternatives listed below are all low-oxalate foods in the same family as Artichoke. Grab one of those and you dodge the oxalate while keeping similar flavors.
How reliable is the data for Artichoke?
The 11 mg oxalate figure is direct from Harvard's lab — measured, not estimated. The sodium/protein/calcium numbers aren't fully matched yet. When they are, we'll update.