Maple Dijon Grilled Carrots Recipe
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
108 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
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Cuisine
North American
Maple Dijon Grilled Carrots Recipe
Description
In this recipe, carrots cut lengthwise to halves or quarters are seasoned and grilled over low heat until they develop a tender texture and characteristic grill marks. The maple syrup and Dijon mustard glaze, combined with garlic, is applied midway and after grilling to create a caramelized, flavorful coating that balances sweetness and slight tanginess. The gentle grilling preserves the natural carrot flavor while adding smoky notes.
The grilled carrots make an appealing side dish complementing a variety of meals, adding both color and flavor. Serving with minced parsley adds fresh herbal notes and visual contrast. Adjusting the carrot size can influence tenderness, allowing preferences for firmer or softer textures.
This dish works well for outdoor cooking seasons but can be adapted to grill pans or broilers. Preparing the carrots in advance with marinade can deepen flavor, and leftovers reheat gently to maintain glaze integrity.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic very finely minced
- 2 lbs carrot cut in half lengthwise (see notes
- 1 teaspoon neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- ½ teaspoon salt sea salt
- parsley for garnish, minced; optional
Instructions
- Preheat your grill on low heat.
- In a small bowl, mix the maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and garlic.
- Toss the carrots with the oil and sea salt. Grill, turning them once, until they are mostly soft and have grill marks on both sides, about 10 minutes. Brush the carrots with about half of the glaze and let it caramelize on the grill for one more minute.
- Remove the carrots from the grill and drizzle them with the remaining maple Dijon glaze. If you'd like, make them pretty with a little parsley.
Notes
- Cut larger carrots into quarters lengthwise if you prefer them very soft.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 108 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 serving = ⅙ of the recipe | |
| Calories | 108kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Sodium | 356mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 523mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 25263IU | 505% |
| Vitamin C | 9mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 68mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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