Mediterranean Diet Grilled Artichoke
Elevate your next meal with this Mediterranean Diet Grilled Artichoke recipe, a perfect fusion of simplicity and bold flavors. Featuring tender artichokes simmered with bay leaves and lemon, then charred to perfection, this dish is a true showcase of the Mediterranean lifestyle. The homemade garlic-parsley dressing, infused with olive oil and fresh lemon juice, enhances every bite with bright, aromatic notes. Ideal as a healthy starter or side dish, these smoky, citrus-drizzled artichokes are not only packed with nutrients but also embody the heart-healthy essence of Mediterranean cooking. Quick to prep and irresistibly delicious, this recipe makes it easy to bring fresh, wholesome Mediterranean flavors to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Artichokes
- 2 whole Lemon
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 whole Bay leaves
- 8 cups Water
Instructions
Begin by preparing the artichokes. Cut off the top inch of each artichoke to remove the thorny tips.
Trim the stem, leaving about an inch attached to the base of the artichoke. You can peel and use the stems as they are edible.
Remove any smaller leaves towards the base and snip the tips of each leaf with kitchen scissors.
Fill a large pot with 8 cups of water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt, juice from one lemon, and 2 bay leaves.
Bring the water to a boil. Add the artichokes to the pot, and reduce the heat to a simmer.
Cover and cook for about 15 to 20 minutes until the artichokes are tender and you can easily pull an outer leaf.
Meanwhile, prepare the dressing. Mince 2 cloves of garlic and chop 2 tablespoons of fresh parsley.
In a small bowl, combine 0.25 cup of olive oil, juice from one lemon, minced garlic, chopped parsley, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Once the artichokes are cooked, drain them, and let them cool slightly.
Cut each artichoke in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to remove the fuzzy choke inside each half without disturbing the heart.
Brush the cut sides of the artichokes generously with the prepared dressing.
Place the artichokes cut-side down on the grill.
Grill for about 5 to 10 minutes, turning as needed, until the leaves are nicely charred.
Remove artichokes from the grill and drizzle any remaining dressing over them before serving.
Serve the grilled artichokes warm as a delightful starter or side dish in line with a Mediterranean diet.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
935 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.3 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.6 g | 63% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 3344 mg | 145% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.9 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.3 g | 115% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.0 g | ||
| Protein | 16.5 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 288 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1692 mg | 36% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
