Have you been looking for a recipe to transform your veggies into a delicious side dish? Try these grilled carrots with brown butter. They have a rich, buttery flavor with smoky flavors from the grill.
Grilling your carrots brings out their sweetness, and topping them off with nutty brown butter adds depth of flavor. Whether you’re looking for a unique side dish or a standout addition to your summer barbecue, these grilled carrots will impress!
Why You’ll Love These Grilled Carrots
This side dish is perfect for impressing at your holiday table, dinner party, or weeknight dinner with friends. Grilling the carrots brings out their natural sweetness, and the brown butter adds a rich, nutty flavor that takes this dish to the next level.
Furthermore, this recipe is straightforward, requiring only a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a home cook, you will surely appreciate how this recipe combines gourmet taste with simplicity.
What You’ll Need
- 2 lbs. carrots peeled and sliced diagonally
- 3 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder (can substitute with 2 cloves minced garlic)
- 4 Tbsp butter sliced into tablespoon-sized slices
- 2 – 3 Tbsp honey
How to Make This Grilled Carrots With Brown Butter Recipe
Step 1: Preheat Your Grill and Prep The Carrots
Preheat your grill to 425°F, and set a large baking sheet aside. Peel the carrots and place them in a bowl.
Step 2: Season The Carrots
Now, add oil, salt, pepper, thyme, paprika, and garlic powder to the bowl. Toss the bowl a couple of times to coat the carrots completely.
Step 3: Grill!
Transfer the carrots to the grill grates and spread them into an even layer. Grill the carrots for 15 minutes. Quickly toss or flip the carrots and continue cooking for another 10-15 minutes.
Step 4: Make The Browned Butter Honey Sauce
While carrots are roasting, add butter to a light-bottomed saucepan. Heat over medium to low heat, whisking occasionally at first. Once the butter starts to bubble and foam begins to appear around the edges, whisk continuously. Keep whisking until it gets very foamy.
Continue cooking and whisking, and the foam subsides a bit. You should see toasty brown-colored specs at the bottom of the pan. Once this happens give it a smell, it should smell nutty and different than regular melted butter.
Remove from the heat and whisk in honey. Pour over roasted carrots and toss to combine.
Step 4: Remove From Grill And Let It Rest
Remove carrots from the grill and set them aside. Pour the browned butter honey sauce over roasted carrots and toss to combine.
What Temperature To Cook Grilled Carrots With Brown Butter
You’ll want to roast the carrots at 425°F for the best results.
How Long to Grill Carrots
You’ll want to cook the carrots for 25- 30 minutes, including 15 minutes of cooking time first and another 15 minutes after flipping them.
How To Store Leftover Grilled Carrots
If you do have leftover grilled carrots, the best idea is to cover them in an airtight container and toss them into the refrigerator.
When you are ready to eat them, you may toss-cook them on the stove over medium heat. You should stir and toss them constantly until they are tender and nicely glazed. This process should not take longer than 5 minutes.
What To Serve With Grilled Carrots With Brown Butter
Although you can serve almost anything with grilled carrots, the following are some of my favorite main dishes to pair with this amazing snack! If you plan on serving this dish with more sides and appetizers, there are plenty of ideas below for you, too!
Mains
Sides/ Appetizers
Whether serving them at a family barbecue or a weeknight dinner, these grilled carrots are a sure-shot winner with their unique taste and flavor. Give this recipe a try, and you’ll see that it’s one that everyone will love!
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Grilled Carrots with Brown Butter
Equipment
- Grill
Ingredients
- 2 lbs. carrots peeled and sliced diagonally
- 3 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder can substitute with 2 cloves minced garlic
- 4 Tbsp butter sliced into tablespoon-sized slices
- 2 – 3 Tbsp honey
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Your Grill and Prep The Carrots
- Preheat your grill to 425°F, and set a large baking sheet aside. Peel the carrots and place them in a bowl.
Step 2: Season The Carrots
- Now, add oil, salt, pepper, thyme, paprika, and garlic powder to the bowl. Toss the bowl a couple of times to coat the carrots completely.
Step 3: Grill!
- Transfer the carrots to the grill grates and spread them into an even layer. Grill the carrots for 15 minutes. Quickly toss or flip the carrots and continue cooking for another 10-15 minutes.
Step 4: Make The Browned Butter Honey Sauce
- While carrots are roasting, add butter to a light-bottomed saucepan. Heat over medium to low heat, whisking occasionally at first. Once the butter starts to bubble and foam begins to appear around the edges, whisk continuously. Keep whisking until it gets very foamy.
- Continue cooking and whisking, and the foam subsides a bit. You should see toasty brown-colored specs at the bottom of the pan. Once this happens give it a smell, it should smell nutty and different than regular melted butter.
- Remove from the heat and whisk in honey. Pour over roasted carrots and toss to combine.
Step 5: Remove From Grill And Let It Rest
- Remove carrots from the grill and set them aside. Pour the browned butter honey sauce over roasted carrots and toss to combine
Smoke On!
Charlie
Author: Charlie Reeves
Hi, I’m Charlie, I have been meat-smoking and grilling for the past 15 years. I have an array of different smokers, thermometers, and have a love for finding the right wood and charcoal combo My favourite recipes are my EXTRA CRISPY smoked pork belly, juicy pulled pork, smoked brisket, duck poppers, and ANY SEAFOOD I grill).
I loves sharing his tips with beginners, helping them navigate the world of smoking. I find it’s not just about cooking; it’s a quest for that perfect smoky flavor.
You will usually find me playing with the kids, perfecting my brisket bark, or sipping beers with boys around the fire. Can’t wait to share all my delicious smoking and grilling recipes with you!
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