Description
Air fryer carrots are a deliciously simple way to elevate this nutritious vegetable. With their crispy edges and tender centers, these vibrant orange delights bring a sweet, earthy flavor to any meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this air fryer carrots recipe requires minimal effort while delivering maximum taste. Just toss fresh carrots with a few seasonings, pop them in the air fryer, and enjoy a healthy side dish that’s sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh medium-sized carrots
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary
Instructions
- Wash and peel the carrots; cut into uniform sticks (about 1/2 inch thick).
- In a bowl, toss carrot sticks with olive oil, salt, pepper, and dried herbs until evenly coated.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange carrot sticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 15-18 minutes, shaking halfway through for even cooking.
- Serve warm, optionally drizzled with extra olive oil or garnished with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg