Description
Grilled Artichokes with Garlic Butter are a delightful addition to any summer gathering, transforming simple backyard barbecues into gourmet experiences. These tender, smoky artichokes are grilled to perfection and drizzled with a rich garlic butter sauce, creating a flavor profile that is both savory and satisfying. Perfect as an appetizer or a standalone snack, this recipe will leave your guests impressed and craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fresh artichokes
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the artichokes by trimming the top inch and cutting off the stem for easier grilling.
- Steam the artichokes in boiling water for about 30 minutes until tender but firm.
- While steaming, melt butter in a saucepan over low heat; add minced garlic and sauté for two minutes.
- Stir in lemon juice, salt, and pepper into the garlic butter mixture.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Brush steamed artichokes with olive oil and grill cut-side down for 5–7 minutes.
- Baste frequently with garlic butter while grilling until charred and tender.
- Serve warm, drizzled with remaining garlic butter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Gourmet
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 artichoke half (85g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg