Best Air Fryer Roasted Carrots

How to cook carrots in the Air fryer?

You only need 10 minutes and three ingredients– carrots, oil, and salt + seasoning of your choice, to make these crispy, crunchy, addictive carrots chips, carrots fries or carrot slices. Enjoy them as-is, The Best damn Air fryer roasted carrots; as a side dish, or dip them in your favorite sauce! May I please recommend this delicious Chipotle dipping sauce which is perfect for dipping Air fryer carrot fries, Air Fryer French fries, and many air fryer vegetables.

First, you peel carrots and cut them into the desired shape. You can cut them into 2-inch chunks. Slice them thinner into “French-fry” shape sticks. You can also use baby carrots and slice them in half lengthwise. 

Place carrots in a bowl and coat them with oil and seasoning. Using basting and pastry brush, toss carrots until well coated.

Lightly grease the air fryer basket or tray with spray oil.

Arrange the carrot slices in a single layer on the air fryer cooking basket or tray. Give them some space so they do not overlap.

Air fry mode (air crisp) at 375-400F (200C) for 6 minutes

Open the air fryer, flip each carrot (or give them a “shake”),  and air fry for another 4-5 minutes or until golden brown and caramelized crispy edges.

Taste and lightly salt, if desired, and season with fresh parsley

Enjoy!

What to serve with Air fryer roasted carrots?

These roasted carrots are a versatile dish and can be served with any meal. These are some suggestions that taste great with roasted carrots.

1. You can eat these carrots with Shepherd’s pie. It is a classic dish made with lamb mince, some veggies, and boiled mashed potatoes on top.
2. Air fried carrots taste yummy with Chipotle dipping sauce or Copycat Chick-Fil-A Sauce.
3. Carrots are amazing when served with meat dishes such as Air fryer Chicken Drumsticks, Steak Bites, or Schnitzel.
4. Carrots go well with the Air Fryer Turkey Breast and become a staple for Thanksgiving dinner.
5. They taste yummy when served with Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes.

 

Can I store Air fryer roasted carrots in the Freezer?

Yes, You can store these roasted carrots in a zip lock bag in the freezer for 1 to 2 weeks. I prefer to cook fresh every time.

What other spice mix or seasoning can I use for the air fryer carrots?

I used three simple ingredients to roast the carrots. I feel like the more spice I add, the more I can lose on the real taste of carrots.

If you do not enjoy the taste of carrots, you can add the seasoning of your choice.

Cook them sweet or savory.

For sweetened air fryer carrots, use coconut oil, brown sugar, cinnamon, Chinese Five Spice, or any other spice you like, such as nutmeg, or cardamom.

For another great savory flavor of roasted carrots, you can use cumin and coriander powder with pepper and salt as a seasoning.

PRO TIP: Air fryer carrots must be cut into equal pieces so that every slice will cook completely and evenly. Also, change the side of carrots after a few minutes while air frying so that they will cook from both sides equally.

 

Other Air Fryer Veggies you’re going to love:

Air Fryer Roasted Parsnips.
Air Fryer Roasted Radishes.
Air Fryer Roasted Peppers.
Air Fryer Asparagus.

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Air Fryer Roasted Carrots

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Air fryer roasted carrots are a quick and easy side dish. It is not just a simple recipe; it is very healthy and flavorful. These fried carrots take less time in the air fryer than in the oven. These carrot chips can be enjoyed with your favorite dip sauce or your favorite meal.

Carrots are full of vitamins, minerals and fibers that are good for your health. One medium carrot has only 25 calories. Carrots are a healthy alternative to carbs and complement almost any meal. My favorite way is to roast carrots in the air fryer. I just love how they turn out crispy outer with gorgeous caramelized edges. My kids are obsessed and my whole family loves air fryer roasted carrots. The only way we enjoy carrots lately.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 medium carrots cut into 2-inch chunks. Slice them thinner into “French-fry” shape sticks. You can also use baby carrots and slice them in half lengthwise.
• 1 Tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive oil (or avocado oil)
• Salt + Pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon seasoning of choice. I use the Organic Veggie blend to season my carrots and Roast Vegetables and Fries Spice Blend.
• Avocado oil spray.
• 1 Tablespoon Fresh chopped parsley (optional)
• Balsamic Glaze (Optional)
• Feel free to use other spices like garlic, onion powder, paprika, thyme, chipotle and so on.

Instructions

1. Peel carrots and cut them into the desired shape. You can cut them into 2-inch chunks. Slice them thinner into “French-fry” shape sticks. You can also use baby carrots and slice them in half lengthwise.
2. Place carrots in a bowl and coat them with oil and seasoning. Using basting and pastry brush, toss carrots until well coated.
3. Lightly grease the air fryer basket or tray with spray oil.
4. Arrange the carrot slices on the air fryer cooking basket or tray. Give them some space so they do not overlap
5. Air fry mode at 400F (200C) for 6 minutes
6. Open the air fryer, flip each carrot (or give them a “shake”),  and air fry for another 4-5 minutes or until golden brown and caramelized crispy edges.
7. Taste and Lightly salt if desired and season with fresh parsley. Enjoy!  

Notes

Air fryer carrots must be cut into equal pieces so that every slice will cook completely and evenly. Also, change the side of carrots after a few minutes while frying so that they will cook from both sides equally.