Grilled Carrots

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 25

Serves 4

These easy grilled carrots are perfectly tender and full of sweet and smoky flavor. Serve them with drizzles of chimichurri sauce for a delicious summer side dish.

Equipment

Grill Pan

Ingredients

1 pound medium carrots, sliced in half lengthwise
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Chimichurri, for serving

Optional, For Serving

Whipped Ricotta
⅔ cup cooked farro, from ⅓ cup uncooked
Toasted pistachios
Fresh parsley
Lemon wedges, for squeezing

Instructions

Place the carrots on a large plate or in a large baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss to coat.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-low heat. Place the carrots on the grill, cut side down, and grill for 5 to 8 minutes, or until char marks form. Flip and grill for another 3 to 5 minutes, or until fork-tender and well charred.
Remove from the grill and drizzle with chimichurri. Season to taste and serve.
Optional serving suggestion: Spread a scoop of whipped ricotta over the bottom of a large plate. Sprinkle the farro over the ricotta, top with the grilled carrots, and drizzle with chimichurri. Sprinkle with pistachios and fresh parsley. Serve with lemon wedges for squeezing.

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