Inside: Learn how to grill artichokes in just a few simple steps. Grilled artichokes are a delicious summer side to go with any grilled meal. Recipe and simple instructions included.

{Originally posted 2018, updated 2023}

This post will show you how to grill artichokes. This summer is our first with a real grill and deck and I’ve been grilling all the things! I recently introduced my family to grilled artichokes. Anything is good when dipped in garlic butter, but the amazing flavor of grilled artichoke is a great addition to any meal. The printable recipe card is near the bottom.

How to grill artichokes –

We’ve been trying not to turn on the air-con this summer so grilled meals are my first choice for cooking. We’ve been experimenting with grilled meats and veggies all summer long and now I have a few favorites to share. These grilled artichokes are a new favorite for sure.

Surprisingly, even the kids LOVED these grilled artichokes and this is a summer dish we make every year.

Other amazing grilled summer recipes-

• Grilled broccoli and Brussels Sprouts
• Grilled Pizza
• Grilled Peaches
• Grilled Potatoes with Feta
• Grilled Meatball Kebabs

Ok! Let’s show you how to make grilled artichokes! Trim the outer leaves and stem on 4 artichokes.

  Boil them artichokes in a large pot. Boil for 12 min. Remove from the pot and let cool.

When you can touch, slice in half and remove the “fur” and other small inside leaves.

Brush with olive oil. Pre-heat the grill to medium heat and then place artichokes on the grill. I placed the outer side on the grill first for about 7-8 min, then flip over to the inner leafy part and grill another 7-8 min. Lower the heat if they are getting brown too fast.

How to eat grilled artichokes

While the artichokes are on the grill prepare the garlic butter. Melt 1/2 stick of butter in the microwave and then add 1 TBS garlic salt for a tasty garlic dipping sauce. If this too salty for you, use garlic powder instead of garlic salt.

We eat these tasty grilled artichokes by pulling off one leaf at a time and then dipping in the butter. Use your teeth to slide off the soft pulp of the leaf. You will not eat the fibrous end of the leaf. It’s too hard to chew and not really edible. As you get closer to the middle of the head, more of each leaf will be edible.

Some may say this meal is more about the butter than the artichoke {and they may be correct} but it’s still a super tasty treat that you will love {I hope!}

How to make grilled artichokes

Now that you have all the details and {probably} more information that you ever need about this subject, let me give you the recipe card. This is the simplified directions, plus a printable card if you want to save for future reference. This is one we make every summer for sure.

Yield: 8

how to: Grilled Artichokes

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Ingredients

• 4 Artichokes
• 2 TBS Olive Oil
• 1/2 stick butter
• 1 TBS Garlic salt

Instructions

1. Clean 4 artichokes and remove tough outer leaves. Trim stem to 1". Bring water in a large pot to boil and place artichokes in water. Cover and boil for 12 min. Remove from water and let cool.  Cut in half and scoop out the "hairy" bits and pokey small leaves. Place on a baking sheet inside up and brush with olive oil. Pre-heat grill to medium heat. Grill with outer leaves down for 7-8 min and then flip and grill 7-8 min more. While grilling melt 1/2 stick butter and add 1 TBS garlic salt, mix to create garlic butter. Remove artichokes from grill and serve warm with butter. They are also good room temperature..