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These air fryer carrots are a quick and easy side dish that pairs beautifully with almost any meal. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you get tender, crispy carrots on the table in minutes. 

Juicy orange carrots garnished with parsley after being cooked in air fryer.

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Easy Air Fryer Carrots Recipe

When roasted in the air fryer, the carrots become slightly tender with just a little crisp on the outside. And they are done quickly, which is perfect for busy weeknights when dinner needs to get on the table in a hurry. 

Carrots are so versatile that you can easily change up their flavor too. Drizzle honey over them for sweetness, or season them with garlic powder, paprika, or your favorite seasonings, for delicious savory carrots. No matter how you make them, everyone with love them. 

For other delicious air fryer vegetable side dishes, you can also try Air Fryer Broccoli, air fryer Asparagus, air fryer acorn squash, air fryer stuffed mushrooms, or air fryer okra.

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Ingredients You Need to Make Air Fryer Carrots

Carrots, seasonings, and olive oil on a white board with blue linen
  • Fresh Carrots-cut into 1-2 inch pieces
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil- or avocado oil
  • Kosher Salt-enhances the flavor the carrots
  • Black Pepper-adds extra flavor with just a hint of heat
  • Optional Seasonings: garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, or any other seasoning blends

How to Make Carrots in Air Fryer

STEP 1: Peel and rinse carrots, then pat away excess water with a paper towel.

STEP 2: Cut carrots into 1-3-inch pieces. Try to cut them as close in size as possible.

Carrots being sliced on a wooden cutting board with a knife.

STEP 3: Transfer sliced to a large bowl, and then toss carrots with olive oil, salt, and pepper, until they are well coated.

Carrots being tossed with olive oil and seasonings in a clear glass bowl

STEP 4: Place carrots in air fryer basket in a single layer without stacking or overlapping.

Uncooked chopped carrots in the air fryer basket after being seasoned

STEP 5: Air Fry the carrots at 380 degrees F for 15-18 minutes. Shake basket halfway through cooking time. Carrots are done when tender with a slight crisp. Add additional salt and pepper to taste.

Seasoned carrots cooked in the air fryer basket.

I use a Cosori Air Fryer to make this recipe. Depending on the type of air fryer you use, cooking times may need to be adjusted by 1-2 minutes extra time.

Tips for Making the Best Air Fryer Carrots

  • Adjust Time for Baby Carrots-keep in mind baby carrots will cook much faster than larger carrots, so you need to adjust the cook time. Ingredients listed are for one pound carrots.
  • Keep Carrots Uniform in Size-Use a vegetable peeler to peel carrots and then cut into even size pieces. If they are similar in size, they will air fry more evenly. If using larger pieces, air frying times may need to be adjusted by adding an extra minute or two. I try to get medium carrots that are similar in width too. The closer they are in size, the more evenly they will air fry.
Juicy orange carrots on a plate with baked chicken on a white table.

Are you new to air fryers? If you are, we have a great article about What is an Air Fryer. It talks about what you can make, how to use it, and more.

Looking for the BEST accessories to use with your air fryer? We’ve put together this list of our favorite Air Fryer Accessories.

Air Fryer Carrot Variations

  • Sweet Carrots-If you want a sweeter taste, add a little maple syrup, brown sugar, or coconut sugar to the carrots.
  • More Carrot Recipes-For a few other ways to air fryer carrots, try these air fryer honey carrots and air fryer carrot fries.
  • Savory Spices-You can add onion powder, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, fresh herbs, and garlic powder.
Spoonful of carrots over a white marble table with parsley and forks behind the spoon

FAQ’S

How do I store leftover carrots?

If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container, then keep stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. To reheat, return to the air fryer and air fry for 3-5 minutes until heated through.

What other flavorings can I use for this Air Fryer Carrot Fries recipe?

Because carrots are so versatile, you can use so many different flavors. Some of my favorites are brown sugar and honey for sweet carrots, or garlic salt and onion powder for a savory flavor.

What dipping sauces pair well with this recipe?

Although these carrots are really good with just salt and pepper, eat them as a snack with ranch dressing, spicy mayo, or any other favorite sauce you like!

Can I use frozen carrots with this dish?

Yes! However, we recommend thawing the carrots before tossing them with the oil and spices so that they stick to the carrots. Plus, you need to cut the carrots before frying them so that they cook evenly.

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Air fried carrots in the basket after being seasoned and cooked, then garnished with parsley
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Servings: 4

Air Fryer Carrots

By Becky
These air fryer carrots are a quick and easy side dish that pairs beautifully with almost any meal. The air fryer makes them tender and crispy in minutes. 
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 12 minutes
Total: 17 minutes
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Equipment

  • 1 Air Fryer

Ingredients 

  • 1 pound carrots
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Optional: Sprinkle with parmesan cheese after cooking

Instructions 

  • Peel and rinse carrots, then pat away excess water with a paper towel. Use a vegetable peeler to peel carrots and then cut or trim into even size pieces.
  • In a large bowl, toss carrots with olive oil, salt, and pepper, until carrots are well coating with oil and seasonings.
  • Transfer the seasoned carrots in Air Fryer basket in a single layer without stacking.
  • Air Fry carrots at 380 degrees F for 12-14 minutes. Shake basket halfway through cooking time.
  • Carrots are done when fork tender with a crisp. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

If using baby carrots, keep in mind baby carrots will cook much faster than larger carrots, so you need to adjust the cook time. Ingredients listed are for one pound carrots.
Use a vegetable peeler to peel carrots and then cut into even size pieces. If they are similar in size, they will air fry more evenly. If using larger pieces, air frying times may need to be adjusted by adding an extra minute or two. 

Nutrition

Calories: 78kcal, Carbohydrates: 11g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 4g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 3g, Sodium: 660mg, Potassium: 366mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 5g, Vitamin A: 18946IU, Vitamin C: 7mg, Calcium: 39mg, Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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  1. Brian says:

    4 stars
    EASY AND TASTY

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