Get ready to fall in love with the humble carrot. Air Fryer Carrots are not only easy but oh so delicious. Roasting carrots in the high heat of the air fryer takes them to a new level.
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I've never met anyone who actually dislikes carrots. But carrots can be boring, especially when they're boiled or steamed. Roasting carrots changes that completely, bringing out their sweetness and an giving them those golden, crispy edges. Oven roasted carrots, like these Brown Sugar Roasted Carrots are always delicious. But roasting them in the air fryer takes about half the time as roasting in the oven.
Why Air Fry Carrots?
- Roasting carrots in the air fryer take only 10-15 minutes, about half the time as the oven.
- The quick roasting time uses less energy than the oven.
- Very little oil is required for this delicious way to cook carrots, making it a healthy option.
- The air fryer won't heat up your kitchen.
- Roasting caramelizes the sugar in the carrot and brings out their natural sweetness.
- Air fried carrots are a delicious side dish for practically everything, including chicken, beef, pork, or fish.
- These are so easy and delicious that you might eat more carrots. Which is a good thing because this great side dish is super nutritious and also economical.
Ingredients for Roasting Carrots in the Air Fryer:
- Carrots
- Olive Oil
- Italian Seasoning
- Garlic Powder
- Salt
- Black Pepper
- Parsley for garnish (optional)
How To Make It
- Cut carrots lengthwise.
- Toss all the ingredients together.
- Place carrots in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Air fry 10-15 minutes (this will depend on the thickness of your carrots).
Recipe Tips
Choose young, fairly slim carrots of uniform size for the fastest roasting time. Slicing them lengthwise also reduces the roasting time. If you have larger carrots or whole carrots the cook time can be up to doubled.
If your carrots are thicker, you will need to increase the cooking time.
Preheat your air fryer. This step helps cook food more evenly and only takes minutes.
Shake the air fryer basket halfway through so the carrots brown evenly.
The cook time can vary depending on your air fryer. I have this one: Gourmia GAF698
Seasoning Variations
I used a simple Italian seasoning blend here, but carrots love to be spiced up in all kinds of ways, both savory and sweet. Here are a few ideas for different seasonings:
- Honey Sriracha
- Maple Dijon
- Cajun Spice
- Garam Masala
- Lemon Dill
Recipe FAQs
For roasting, you can usually skip peeling the carrots and just give them a good scrub, especially if you have tender young carrots. However, you can use a vegetable peeler to peel them if you prefer.
You make air fryer baby carrots rather than use full size carrots. This is a perfect choice if you happen to have a bag of baby carrots in the fridge. However, this may change the roasting time so you will need to watch them.
Yes, you can air fry frozen carrots, which usually are in the form of "coins". There is no need to defrost the carrots, and they will usually need less time, so check them after 5-6 minutes. The oil and seasoning will go on after cooking in this case.
You can roast carrots in the oven. Put them on a parchment lined baking sheet in a single layer and roast in a preheated 400° oven for approximately 30 minutes.
You can use fresh herbs, but wait until the carrots are cooked before tossing them in fresh herbs. Fresh herbs can burn in the high heat of the air fryer.
Serving Suggestions
These tasty air fryer carrots are a delicious, easy side dish with almost any main dish. I serve them with Air Fryer Whole Chicken, Grilled Jerk Chicken Drumsticks, Grilled Pork Tenderloin, Air Fryer Salmon, and Grilled Asian Salmon Kebabs, just to name a few.
More Air Fryer Vegetables:
You can air fryer almost any vegetable! Here are a few more to try:
- Air Fryer Radishes
- Air Fryer Zucchini
- Air Fryer Beets
- Air Fryer Spaghetti Squash
- Air Fryer Butternut Squash
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Air Fryer Carrots
Ingredients
- 10 medium fresh carrots sliced in half lengthwise
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning blend
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°
- Toss all the ingredients together in a bowl, making sure the carrots are completely coated in oil and seasonings.
- Put the carrots into the air fryer basket in a single layer. (you may have to cook them in batches)
- Cook 10-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through. Carrots should be fork tender and browned.
- Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
Nutrition
Terri
Love this idea- less fattening than regular roasted carrots!
Colleen
Hi Terri, it's also faster to cook carrots in the air fryer!
nancy
great idea! Another way for me to use my AF!
Colleen
Enjoy, Nancy!
Shelby
Such a tasty and simple recipe! Perfect for busy nights. Plus, my kiddos love carrots haha so win!
Colleen
Hi Shelby, that's great that your kids love carrots! I'm glad you liked carrots in the air fryer!
Vanessa
What a great side dish! Just made some in the convection oven while I still debate on which air fryer to get!
Colleen
Hi Vanessa, the convection oven works almost as well. You will not regret getting an air fryer though!
Bernice
Great idea! I usually just roast mine but someday I'll get an air fryer of my own. It looks like you get all those delicious crispy bits that I love so much!!
Colleen
Thanks Bernice. Those crispy bits are the best!
Sara Welch
Another great recipe for my Air Fryer! Enjoyed these with dinner last night and it couldn't have been easier! Very quick, easy and delicious; even my picky eaters gobbled these up!
Colleen
So happy that your family enjoyed these carrots, Sara! Thanks for letting me know!
Anjali
This is such an easy and delicious way to cook carrots! Mine turned out perfectly roasted and so tasty!
Colleen
That's so great to hear, Anjali!
maryanne
I am always looking for new ways to make carrots, and this sounds perfect!
Colleen
You will love it Maryanne!
Amanda Dixon
This is a great way to cook carrots! The air fryer really brought out the carrots' natural sweetness, and it was so quick.
Colleen
It really is quick, isn't it Amanda? So happy you loved them!
Beth
I’m so excited to try these air fryer carrots! They look so yummy and flavorful! I love using my air fryer for veggies!
Colleen
I know you'll love these then, Beth! Enjoy!
Jacque Hastert
I will have to give these a try! I bet they really do take simple carrots to the next level!
Colleen
Hi Jacque, it really does and I definitely recommend giving them a try!
Dionne
I am sooo ready for this recipe! I love carrots in every way, and using an air fryer to make them is just perfect!
Colleen
You will love carrots in the air fryer, Dionne!
Marlynn
Love air frying carrots! This recipe gives them such a nice caramelized touch.
Colleen
I'm glad you love it, Marlynn!
veenaazmanov
Never ever tried this Carrot roasting Air Fryer option. Sounds healthy and unique too.
Colleen
And also delicious, Veena!
Gina
Amazing how such a simple recipe can transform a carrot so much!
Colleen
Hi Gina. It really is amazing, right?