Description
Grilled artichokes with garlic butter are a deliciously smoky and savory dish, perfect for summer gatherings or cozy evenings at home. These tender artichokes, charred to perfection and served with a rich garlic butter dip, create an unforgettable culinary experience that delights the palate. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, they are ideal as appetizers or side dishes that elevate any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large fresh artichokes
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the artichokes by trimming tops and stems; remove tough outer leaves until tender ones are visible. Rinse under cool water.
- Boil in a large pot of salted water for about 20 minutes until tender but firm.
- In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat and add minced garlic; stir until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Mix in lemon juice, salt, and pepper into the garlic butter.
- Preheat grill to medium heat; brush boiled artichokes with garlic butter and grill cut-side down for 5-7 minutes until charred.
- Serve warm with extra garlic butter for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 grilled artichoke half (120g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg