Escargots à la Provençale

Escargots à la Provençale is a delightful dish that combines tender snails with a herbaceous garlic and olive oil marinade, perfect for a healthy barbecue experience. This Provençal specialty is infused with fresh flavors that celebrate the essence of Mediterranean cuisine.

Ingredients

• Escargots (canned or fresh) - 12 pieces
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, finely chopped
• Fresh thyme - 1 teaspoon, chopped
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Baguette - 1 small, for serving

Steps

1. Preheat the barbecue grill to medium heat.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, chopped parsley, thyme, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
3. If using canned escargots, rinse them under cold water and drain. If using fresh escargots, ensure they are cleaned and prepared.
4. Add the escargots to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for about 10 minutes.
5. Skewer the escargots onto metal or soaked wooden skewers, about 3-4 per skewer.
6. Place the skewers on the barbecue grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes, turning frequently until heated through and slightly charred.
7. Remove from the grill and serve hot with slices of baguette to soak up the delicious flavors.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 16 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 60 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from olive oil, promoting heart health.

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