Air Fryer Carrots
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4.9
Air Fryer Carrots
Description
This recipe involves peeling and cutting carrots into sticks, tossing them in oil and seasonings including garlic powder, salt (such as Himalayan pink salt), and freshly cracked black pepper, then air frying at 380°F until tender and slightly crispy. The air fryer cooking method ensures even roasting with minimal oil. A shake halfway promotes uniform browning.
Alternatively, carrots can be roasted in the oven at 425°F with occasional flipping for similarly roasted results. Finishing the air-fried carrots with garnishes like parsley or freshly grated Parmesan adds a flavorful touch.
The seasoning options are versatile, including spices like cumin, paprika, curry powder, or a sweet glaze of brown sugar and maple syrup. Serving carrots immediately after cooking helps maintain their crisp-tender texture.
Ingredients
- 1 pound carrot peeled and cut sticks
- 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil I use avocado or olive oil, generic cooking oil
Seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/3 teaspoon salt I used pink himalayan salt, adjust to taste
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked, adjust to taste
Instructions
- Peel the carrots and then cut into 2 inch pieces. Half or quarter them vertically.
- Transfer them to a bowl. Add the avocado oil and seasonings. Toss them well so they are all coated with the seasoning.
- Transfer the seasoned carrots to the air fryer basket and spread them in a single layer. Set the air fryer to 380F (cook in batches if needed).
- Air fryer for 12-15 minutes for the perfect texture. Shake the basket halfway through.
- Serve and enjoy carrot sticks with a dip or just as is. Sprinkle some chopped or dried parsley or freshly grated parmesan if you like.
Oven Method
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. Transfer the carrots to a large sheet pan. You can also add the olive oil and seasonings on the sheet pan.
- Spread evenly so they do not overlap. Cook for about 20 minutes. Flip after about 10 minutes for even cooking.
Notes
- Cook carrots in batches to avoid overcrowding for even air frying.
- Try various seasonings such as onion powder, cumin, paprika, curry powder, or chili lime for different flavor profiles.
- Add sweetness with brown sugar, maple syrup, cinnamon, or honey for a holiday-inspired touch.
- Serve carrots promptly after cooking to retain crispness as they soften while cooling.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 104 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 104kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 363mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 484mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 25259IU | 505% |
| Vitamin C | 9mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 50mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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