Air Fryer Carrots
Craving something crispy and healthy? These Air Fryer Carrots are the ultimate side dish! With their tender inside and crunchy exterior, they make for a perfect accompaniment to any meal. Enjoy the vibrant flavors and quick preparation!
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 3 cups sliced carrots
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 optional garnish optional
Instructions
- Peel carrots and diagonally slice into 1-inch pieces. Measure to ensure you have 3 full cups.
- Add the carrots to a separate bowl (not in the air fryer basket). Drizzle with oil and add salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Toss thoroughly for an even coating.
- Preheat the air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 4 minutes. Arrange the seasoned carrots in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Make sure they do not overlap. If you have too many carrots to fit in a single layer, cook in batches.
- Air fry for 8–13 minutes. Halfway through, shake the basket and rearrange the carrots into a single layer again for even cooking.
- Carrots are done when they are tender inside with a slightly crisp and charred exterior. Due to variance in air fryer models, if the carrots aren’t sufficiently crispy after 13 minutes, continue air frying and check every 1–2 minutes.
- Season with additional salt to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or thyme if desired.
Notes
- Tip 1: It’s important not to reduce the quantity of olive oil, as it ensures the carrots achieve the desired crispiness.
- Tip 2: For uniform cooking, make sure to slice the carrots into equally sized pieces.
- Tip 3: My favorite garnishes are 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley or 2 teaspoons fresh thyme.
- Storage: Let carrots cool to room temperature and store in an air-tight container, refrigerated, for 3–4 days. Reheat in an air fryer at 350°F until warm and crispy.