The Best Grilled Carrot Dogs
A tasty vegan alternative to traditional hot dogs, these Grilled Carrot Dogs are naturally low in calories and good for you too!
Servings: 6 hot dogs
Ingredients
For the Marinade
- ½ cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoon coconut aminos
- 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup Grade A
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
For the Carrot Dogs
- 6 large carrots peeled with both ends trimmed
- 6 whole wheat hot dog buns
- ½ cup vegetable broth
- 1 large garlic clove minced
- 1 large red bell pepper sliced length-wise in strips
- ½ medium red onion thinly sliced in strips
Instructions
For the Marinade
- Par-boil peeled and trimmed carrots in a pan of water for 7 to 8 minutes. Carrots should be semi-tender but should not fall apart when you stick them with a fork.
- Whisk together vinegar, coconut aminos, liquid smoke, maple syrup, sesame oil and spices in a bowl. Pour into large zip lock bag. Add carrots and swish around allowing to marinate for 2-4 hours (or less if you don't have time to wait).
For the Hot Dogs
- Heat vegetable broth and garlic in skillet for 2 minutes. Add bell pepper and red onion and saute until onions are translucent. Set aside.
- Light barbecue grill. Once coals are ready, remove carrots from marinade and place them on grill. Grill for about 10 minutes turning at least once.
- Place carrots in hot dog buns. Adorn with red bell pepper and red onion and whatever condiments you fancy. Serve immediately.