These Easy Grilled Carrots are the perfect balance of smoky and sweet, making them the ultimate side dish for just about any meal, and they come together in no time.
Step 1
Wash and peel the carrots. Cut carrots in half using a sharp knife. For very large carrots, cut into quarters. Small, thin carrots can be left whole.
Step 3
Preheat the grill to medium high heat. When ready to cook, place the carrots directly on the grill grates. Cook for about 4-5 minutes per side. Note: If you are grilling thicker carrots, you will need to use a combination of direct and indirect heat. For thicker carrots, start by cooking the carrots on the hot side of the grill, rotating them every 2-3 minutes until they are lightly charred on the outside. Then move them to the indirect heat and cook for 14-18 minutes until they are fork tender.
Step 4
Mix together any remaining olive oil from the carrots with the balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, honey (if using), and thyme. Drizzle the grilled carrots with the balsamic vinegar mixture.