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Sweet-Grilled Carrots with Honey Glaze

These carrots are tender with a smoky char and sticky-sweet glaze, perfect for BBQs and holiday spreads.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: BBQ, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Grilled
Calories: 160
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound carrots If thick carrots, slice down the middle lengthwise.
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter Can be replaced with coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar Dark brown sugar deepens caramel notes.
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt Just a pinch.
  • 1 tablespoon orange juice Optional; can increase to 2 tablespoons for a more citrus-forward glaze.
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon Optional.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare the grill for a two-zone setup (direct and indirect heat) at about 450°F.
  2. Peel or scrub the carrots and slice thick carrots lengthwise for uniform cooking.
  3. Toss the carrots in olive oil until lightly coated.
Grilling
  1. Place the carrots directly on the grill over direct heat.
  2. Rotate the carrots every few minutes until slightly charred, about 4-6 minutes.
  3. Transfer the carrots to the indirect heat zone for an additional 6-9 minutes until fork-tender.
Glazing
  1. Melt butter with brown sugar and honey (adding optional orange juice and cinnamon, if using).
  2. Brush the carrots with the honey-butter glaze just before removing them from the grill.
  3. Let them cook an additional minute, then brush with a final coat of the glaze.
  4. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 1.5gFat: 6.5gSaturated Fat: 3.5gSodium: 60mgFiber: 3gSugar: 18g

Notes

Cool leftovers within two hours and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently to preserve texture.

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