Description
These air fryer carrots are a quick and easy side dish that brings out the natural sweetness of the carrots while adding a crispy texture. With just a few ingredients and minimal prep time, you’ll have a delicious addition to any meal in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into sticks or rounds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the carrot sticks with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and thyme (if using). Toss until the carrots are evenly coated.
- Place the seasoned carrots in the air fryer basket in a single layer. You may need to do this in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
- Air fry the carrots at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
- If desired, drizzle with honey or maple syrup before serving for added sweetness. Enjoy your crispy air fryer carrots!
Notes
- Feel free to experiment with different seasonings like paprika, cumin, or Italian herbs to customize the flavor.
- For extra crispy carrots, you can increase the cooking time by a few minutes but keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
- These air fryer carrots pair well with a variety of main dishes, including chicken, fish, or vegetarian meals.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 4
- Saturated Fat: 0.5
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 0
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