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This easy recipe for Air Fryer Baby Carrots will help you prepare a quick, healthy side dish. Just carrots, olive oil, and seasonings!
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I love a quick and easy vegetable side dish, and these Air Fryer Baby Carrots fit the bill perfectly! You can have the tender texture and delicious flavor of roasted carrots without turning on the oven! With just carrots, oil, and seasoning you can have a lovely, nutritious side on the table in about 15 minutes. Carrots are full of potassium, vitamin A, fiber, and antioxidants. I’ve been experimenting with all kinds of veggies in the air fryer like asparagus, zucchini, and brussels sprouts. They all cook up beautifully, just like these carrots.
Ingredients in Air Fryer Baby Carrots
- Baby Carrots – make sure to pat the carrots dry with a paper towel before adding the oil and seasoning. Your carrots will taste so much better!
- Olive Oil – you can also use avocado oil or melted butter.
- Dried Rosemary
- Kosher Salt and Black Pepper
Variations
These Air Fryer Baby Carrots are so simple and you can change up the recipe to your taste. If you like a little more sweetness, add a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup. Not a rosemary fan? Try thyme, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, or sage instead. Try garnishing your carrots with balsamic glaze and some feta cheese. Or garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or fresh thyme.
Frequently Asked Questions about Air Fryer Carrots
Some cooked carrots are cut thinner than baby carrots, so those will cook faster. Most baby carrots take about 12 minutes to cook in the air fryer.
You can put a few tablespoons of water in the bottom of your air fryer to keep these carrots from drying out. Never put more than a little bit of water in the air fryer, as it can damage the appliance.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat in the microwave or in the air fryer.
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How to Make Air Fryer Baby Carrots
Air Fryer Carrots
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound baby carrots
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- fresh rosemary for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Place carrots on a cutting board and pat dry with a paper towel. Transfer to a mixing bowl and add the olive oil, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine.
- Preheat the air fryer to 370 degrees. Add carrots to the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Air fry for 12 minutes, giving the basket a good shake halfway through cooking. Carrots should be fork tender but still have a little bite.
Notes
- Cook times may vary between air fryers and air fryer sizes. Check a few times during cooking to make sure you don’t overcook.
- Try garnishing these carrots with a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
- This is a great option if you are looking for a gluten-free side dish.
I can see myself making these Air Fryer Baby Carrots often, especially when I’m looking for a quick, nutritious, and delicious veggie option. Thank you for sharing this gem of a recipe; it’s now a staple in my kitchen repertoire! Kudos!
We used dill and they came out great! Thanks for sharing.