Air Fryer Carrots

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Tender, crisp, and perfectly seasoned Air Fryer Carrots! You only need a few ingredients to make this easy, 20-minute, budget-friendly, and nutritious side dish. Now offering two flavor variations: savory and sweet!

Prep Time5

Cook Time15

Total Time20

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Air fried carrots, air fry carrots, air fryer carrots, carrots in air fryer

Servings: Servings

Author: Jenné Claiborne

Equipment

1 air fryer I like this one

Ingredients

1 pound whole carrots scrubbed and halved lengthwise

Savory

1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp dried oregano
¾ tsp salt
½ tsp cumin powder
½ tsp black pepper

Sweet

2 tbsp vegan butter
2 tbsp maple syrup
2 tsp miso optional
1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

Place the cut carrots in a large mixing bowl.

Savory

Drizzle the oil over the carrots and toss to coat. Sprinkle the spices over the carrots and toss them again until evenly covered.
Spread the carrots in one even layer in the air fryer basket, leaving a bit of space between them so there is room for the hot air to circulate. If there isn't enough room, you may need to cook the carrots in batches.
Air fry at 350°F for 15 minutes or until the carrots are fork-tender. Add a couple more minutes if needed. Serve immediately.

Sweet

In a small bowl combine the melted butter, maple syrup, miso (optional), and salt. Pour over the carrots in a mixing bowl, and toss to coat.
Transfer the seasoned carrots to an air fryer-safe bowl that fits into the air fryer basket. Air fry for 15 minutes, until fork-tender. Add a few extra minutes of cooking time as needed.
Transfer the carrots to a serving bowl. Pour the cooking juices over them and serve hot!

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Notes

Storage Directions

Refrigeration: Leftovers keep covered in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Freezing: For longer storage, place the roasted carrots in a freezer-safe bag and store for up to 3 months. Defrost them overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Reheating: Reheat leftovers in the air fryer at 300°F for 3-5 minutes or in the microwave on medium heat until hot.

Recipe Pro-Tips

Cut them into even-sized pieces. Ensure even roasting by cutting the carrots into similar sizes. If some carrots are larger than others, cut them into quarters.
Leave room between the carrots. Leave room between the carrots in the air fryer so they are evenly exposed to the hot air and caramelize properly. If they are packed in, the carrots can become soggy or mushy. If needed, cook them in batches and keep freshly cooked carrots in an oven preheated to 200°F until serving.

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