Fruit and vegetable recipes for the grill

As with the desserts, these side dishes are a breeze to make and can be adapted to suit any taste. They’re fresh, light and are the perfect complement to a juicy steak.

Grilled baby artichokes with butter and lemon

Ingredients:

• Baby artichokes
• Olive oil
• Lemon juice
• Unsalted butter, melted
• Salt

Directions:

1. Cut artichokes in half lengthwise.
2. Brush artichokes lightly with olive oil and place on the grill. Grill until tender and browned, flipping once.
3. Remove from grill and immediately toss with lemon juice and melted butter. Sprinkle with salt.

Grilled avocados with tomato salsa

Ingredients:

• Avocados
• Canola oil
• Salsa
• Sour cream
• Chopped cilantro

Directions:

1. Cut each avocado in half and remove the pit.
2. Brush each side lightly with oil and place cut side down on the grill. Let cook until grill marks have formed and flesh is slightly softened.
3. Top with salsa, sour cream and cilantro.

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