Air Fryer Carrots

5 from 2 votes

Air fryer carrots are perfectly tender-crisp with caramelized edges, and ready in under 20 minutes—an easy, versatile, go-to side dish for any meal!

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Total Time15

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 128kcal

Author: Toni

Equipment

Ingredients

10 thin carrots scrubbed
2 tablespoons of olive oil
½ teaspoon of salt
½ teaspoon of black pepper
1 teaspoon of garlic powder
Parsley chopped, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Place the carrots in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Toss until the carrots are evenly coated.
Transfer the seasoned carrots to the air fryer basket. Roast at 400 degrees F for 10 minutes.
Check the carrots for doneness. If needed, continue roasting in 5-minute intervals until they are tender and slightly charred. Cooking time will vary based on the thickness of the carrots.
Remove the carrots from the air fryer. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired, and serve hot or at room temperature.

Notes

Use even-sized carrots: I love using long, thin carrots as they require practically NO prep, but whether using whole or chopped, make sure they’re evenly thick for even air-frying.

For the crispiest carrots: Don’t omit the oil, and optionally toss the carrots with some cornstarch/potato starch.

Avoid overcrowding: Spread the carrots in an even layer, leaving space between for airflow. Overcrowding leads to steaming, not crisping.

Cooking time will vary: Times vary depending on carrot thickness, air fryer model, and your desired texture. Monitor them the first time making the recipe and you’ll quickly get a feel for timing.

Nutrition

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