Description
This Air Fryer Carrots recipe delivers perfectly tender and flavorful carrots with a smoky, garlicky twist, finished with a savory sprinkle of parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. A quick, healthy, and delicious side dish that’s easy to prepare and perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 pound carrots (washed and peeled)
Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt (or more to taste)
Toppings
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon parsley (for garnish or other fresh herbs)
Instructions
- Prep Carrots: Peel and trim the carrots, ensuring they are all roughly the same size by cutting larger ones in half to ensure even cooking.
- Season: Place the carrots on a medium rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle evenly with garlic powder, smoked paprika, and kosher salt. Toss and rub the seasoning in to coat all the carrots thoroughly.
- Air Fry: Arrange the seasoned carrots in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook at 400℉ for 9 to 12 minutes, shaking or tossing halfway through cooking. Smaller carrots may only need 9 minutes, while larger carrots might take up to 12 minutes.
- Serve: Transfer the cooked carrots to a serving platter. Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese over the top and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Adjust the salt level according to your taste preference.
- For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of black pepper or cayenne pepper.
- Parmesan cheese can be omitted for a vegetarian option but is not vegan.
- Use fresh herbs like thyme or dill as an alternative garnish.
- Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking.
- Leftover carrots can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Fry
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (about 4 ounces)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 7mg
Keywords: air fryer carrots, roasted carrots, easy vegetable side, healthy carrots recipe, smoky air fryer carrots
