Garlic-Butter Steamed Artichokes
Garlic-Butter Steamed Artichokes feature tender leaves infused with mellow garlic and rich, melted butter, yielding a clean, slightly nutty flavor. This simple side shines with a sprinkle of salt and pepper and is perfect for spring dinners, holiday spreads, or a relaxed weekend appetizer. Serve warm for pulling and dipping each leaf to enjoy its delicate sweetness.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Fill the pan with enough water to cover the bottom.
- 2
Bring it to a boil over medium heat.
- 3
While the water heats, trim and discard the stems and the tough outer leaves of the artichokes.
- 4
Tuck slivers of butter and slices of garlic into the artichoke leaves, then season with salt and pepper.
- 5
When the water boils, place the steamer insert in the pot and set the artichokes in the steamer, stem side down.
- 6
Cover the pot with a lid and steam the artichokes until tender, about 25 to 30 minutes.
- Calories 283.55 kcal Moderate
- Protein 5.02 g Moderate
- Carbs 38.27 g Moderate
- Total Fat 11.23 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 6.8 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 28.82 mg Moderate
- Sodium 161.01 mg Moderate
- Fiber 7.92 g Good Source
- Sugar 1.53 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.09 g Low Source
- Calcium 491.64 mg Good Source
- Iron 1.87 mg Moderate
- Potassium 539.34 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 116.91 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 68.17 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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