Grilling over charcoal and gas means cooking over an open flame, which is where most of grilling's health concerns start: flare-up smoke that can leave charring compounds like PAHs on your food. Electric grilling removes the flame from the equation, cooking and searing from 200-700°F on electric heat alone.
The Current® Model G2 Dual-Zone Electric Grill doesn't just help you avoid those compounds. It makes healthy* cooking so easy and delicious that you'll actually want to do it.
Electric vs. Charcoal and Gas: What's the Health Difference?
One of the biggest health benefits of an electric grill is that your food isn't exposed to an open flame, the way it is with charcoal and gas grills. Here's why that distinction matters.
Fewer Charred Compounds (PAHs)
PAHs (polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons) form when fat drips onto a flame, creating smoke that deposits the chemicals onto the meat's surface. In lab studies, PAHs have been linked to increased cancer risk.
Because electric grilling doesn't involve a direct flame, there's nothing to spark flare-ups or smoke, so fewer PAHs form in the first place.
Does Electric Grilling Sacrifice Flavor for Health?
Absolutely not. An electric grill like the Model G2 reaches 700°F, which means you can sear your steaks and get BBQ flavor as easily as you could on a gas or charcoal grill. Dual-zone cooking lets you roast vegetables and cook proteins simultaneously. And the Current® recipe library has hundreds of healthy options that live right inside the app.
An electric grill decreases your exposure to harmful chemicals while giving you the same great performance and flavor.
How the Model G2 Makes Healthy Grilling Easy
Eating healthier is only sustainable when it's actually enjoyable. Here's how the Model G2 makes it easy to cook the way you want to eat, without extra effort or a bland payoff.
Use App Control + Probes for Precise Doneness
Monitor temps, track progress, and get alerts right from your phone, so lean proteins like chicken breast, fish, and shrimp come off the grill perfectly cooked instead of dry or overdone. When the healthier protein always turns out right, you reach for it more often.
Use Dual-Zone Cooking for Veggie-Forward Meals
Run two independent temperatures at once: a moderate 350-400°F zone for vegetables and a high-heat zone up to 700°F for proteins. Vegetables get their own zone and their own timing, so building a plate that's half vegetables takes the same effort as one that isn't. See How to Roast Vegetables and Sear Proteins on the Same Grill for the full breakdown.
Hundreds of Recipes, Zero Guesswork
The Current® app sets the temperature and zone for you, so trying a new healthy recipe is as easy as picking one and hitting start.
Try These Healthy Recipes
FAQ
Is electric grilling healthier than gas or charcoal grilling?
Yes. Charcoal combustion produces the most soot and flare-ups, so it likely has the highest risk of exposing you to PAHs. Gas grills cook over an open flame as well, which can also lead to dangerous smoke and flare-ups. Electric grilling skips the flame entirely, making it a healthier option.
Is the Model G2 eco-friendly?
Yes. Electric grilling produces zero point of use emissions while you cook: no charcoal smoke, no lighter fluid, no ash to dispose of. Electric heat also converts a higher share of energy into usable heat than combustion-based cooking, which loses energy to exhaust and flame. That said, the full environmental picture depends on how your electricity is generated locally. Learn more about the environmental impact in our Eco-Friendly Outdoor Cooking guide.
Can you still get a sear or char flavor on an electric grill?
Yes. Flavor comes from fat vaporizing on a hot surface, not from visible flame. The Model G2 hits 700°F, hot enough to trigger the Maillard reaction for a great BBQ taste or seared steak.
What's the healthiest way to grill vegetables?
Moderate, steady heat, generally 350-400°F, gives vegetables time to soften and caramelize without charring the outside before the inside cooks. The Model G2 dual-zone control lets you hold that lower temperature on one side while proteins cook hot on the other. Try it with Grilled Veggie Medley, Cauliflower Florets, or Corn.
Is the Model G2 safe for frequent, everyday grilling?
Yes. The 800-series stainless steel elements, weather-resistant body, and removable interior heating elements are designed for the frequent griller, not the once-a-summer cookout.
*The way anyone can define “health” or “healthy” is a wide ranging spectrum and we recommend readers do their own research to align with their unique values and health goals.
