Name: Carrot Dogs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 4 large carrots; ¼ cup apple cider vinegar; ¼ cup water; 2 Tbsp low-sodium tamari; 1 tsp molasses; ¼ tsp liquid smoke; ¼ tsp garlic powder; ¼ tsp onion powder; ¼ tsp black pepper; 4 whole-grain hot dog buns, toasted if desired

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By Kim Campbell

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Enjoy a tasty twist on a classic hot dog with this plant-based carrot dog recipe! Marinated in a savory blend of spices and cooked to perfection, these juicy carrots are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional hot dogs. Serve them up with your favorite toppings and enjoy a guilt-free indulgence!

Prep: 15 mins + overnight Cook: 30 mins Total: 45 mins + overnight Yield: 4 servings

Low Sugar Nut Free

When I first saw carrot dog recipes all over the web, done in a variety of ways, I thought it sounded very strange. But I’m adventurous when it comes to plant-based foods, so I had to give it a try. Surprisingly, they’re so good that even my omnivore friends love them! I am not sure where this idea originated, but many thanks to the creator.

Ingredients

4 large carrots
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
¼ cup water
2 Tbsp low-sodium tamari
1 tsp molasses
¼ tsp liquid smoke
¼ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp onion powder
¼ tsp black pepper
4 whole-grain hot dog buns, toasted if desired

Whole Food, Plant-Based Living: Getting Started

Instructions

1. Peel the carrots, trim the ends, and cut them to the length of your hot dog buns.
2. Bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the carrots and cook for 5 to 8 minutes, until tender but not mushy. Drain the carrots in a colander and put them under cold running water. This shocks them and prevents them from getting any softer.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, water, tamari, molasses, liquid smoke, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper. Transfer the marinade to a large ziptop bag and add the cooled carrots. Toss gently to coat. Refrigerate overnight.
4. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
5. Remove the carrots from the marinade and place on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until heated through and slightly browned.
6. Serve the carrots in the hot dog buns with your choice of toppings.

Cooking Tips

1. Top your hot dog with any of the following toppings: ketchup, mustard, diced onion, plant-based coleslaw, sauerkraut, relish or a plant-based chili.