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Grilled Artichoke with Lemon Basil sauce takes 15 minutes to prepare.

Grilled Artichoke with Lemon Basil sauce takes 35 minutes to cook.

Grilled Artichoke with Lemon Basil sauce makes 6 servings.

The ingredients for Grilled Artichoke with Lemon Basil sauce are:

1/4 cup light miracle whip (or mayo if you prefer)
1/4 cup coarsely chopped basil
1 clove garlic
1 tsp grated lemon peel
4 tbsp lemon juice
2 tsp dijon mustard
1/2 tbsp extra light olive oil
3 medium artichokes

Here is how you make Grilled Artichoke with Lemon Basil sauce:

1. Cut artichokes in half lengthwise. Trim any sharp leaves and clean out the fuzz around the heart. 2. In a large heavy pot, place artichoke halves, 2 tbsp lemon juice and 3 to 4 inches of water. Bring to a roiling boil, cover and reduce to medium heat. Boil for 30 minutes.3. In a food processor, pulse miracle whip, basil, garlic, lemon juice, 2 tbsp lemon juice, dijon mustard and olive oil until it is smooth. Place in fridge until artichokes are finished.4. Remove artichokes after 30 minutes and grill for 2 to 4 minutes. If using a grill, spray artichoke halves with non stick spray; if using a griddle, spray the griddle.Serve with sauce as a great side or double the portions to make a light dinner. The sauce is also great with fish.Makes 6 servings.Number of Servings: 6Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user MRSJAMIELYNND.

The nutritional information for Grilled Artichoke with Lemon Basil sauce is:

• Servings Per Recipe: 6
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 69.9

• Total Fat: 3.3 g
• Cholesterol: 2.8 mg
• Sodium: 190.0 mg
• Total Carbs: 9.2 g
• Dietary Fiber: 3.6 g
• Protein: 2.3 g

The dietary needs meet for Grilled Artichoke with Lemon Basil sauce is Low Fat