Description
Grilled artichokes with garlic butter are a gourmet delight that brings the flavors of summer to your plate. Tender, smoky artichokes are grilled to perfection and generously brushed with rich garlic butter, creating an irresistible dish that’s both visually stunning and delicious. Whether served as an appetizer or side dish, these artichokes are sure to impress at your next gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fresh artichokes
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse artichokes under cold water. Trim the tops by one inch and cut off the stems.
- Steam artichokes in a pot with a steamer basket for 30-40 minutes until tender.
- In a bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Preheat the grill over medium heat. Halve each steamed artichoke lengthwise and brush with olive oil.
- Grill cut-side down for 5-7 minutes until charred. Brush with garlic butter while hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 half (100g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added flavor, incorporate herbs like thyme or rosemary into your garlic butter. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat on the grill to retain texture.