Air Fryer Roasted Carrots
Perfectly tender, lightly caramelized, and bursting with flavor — these Air Fryer Roasted Carrots make an easy, healthy side dish in under 20 minutes.
Servings 4 people
Calories 90kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound carrots peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- Fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (190°C).
- Toss the carrots in a large bowl with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and maple syrup
- Arrange the carrots in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Work in batches if needed.
- Cook for 10-14 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until carrots are tender and lightly caramelized.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.
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Notes
- Cut carrots into even-sized pieces to ensure they cook at the same rate.
- Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket; cook in batches if needed for proper caramelization.
- Shake the basket halfway through cooking for even browning.
- Cooking times may vary depending on carrot thickness and air fryer model.
- Season generously but adjust salt to taste after cooking if needed.
- Garnish with fresh herbs just before serving for the best flavor and presentation.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cup | Calories: 90kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4.5g | Saturated Fat: 0.7g | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 410mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 9300IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 0.6mg
