Easy Air Fryer Carrots (Perfectly Roasted, No Peeling Needed)
These easy air fryer carrots are tender on the inside, caramelized on the outside, and ready in just 20 minutes. No peeling needed—just a simple, healthy side dish that goes with everything.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 pound carrots
- ¾ teaspoon your favorite Nom Nom Paleo Spice blend or Diamond Crystal kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice or aged balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons minced chives parsley, chervil, or tarragon
Instructions
- Wash and scrub the carrots and pat them dry with paper towels. No need to peel them because you retain more nutrients and fiber if you keep the skin on—plus, no fuss or muss! Drizzle on some extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil.
- Sprinkle on your favorite Nom Nom Paleo spice blend or Diamond Crystal kosher salt and toss well to evenly distribute the oil and seasoning.
- Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (if necessary) and set it to cook for 20 minutes.
- When the air fryer reaches the set temperature, place the carrots in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry the carrots for 18 to 20 minutes, flipping or shaking them at the halfway point. If your carrots are irregularly sized, you may have to take the smaller ones out earlier. Baby carrots can cook quicker, so start checking at the 12 minute mark. The carrots are ready when they’re easily pierced with a knife and the skin is golden brown.
- Transfer the roasted carrots to a platter. Add some freshly ground black pepper and drizzle on fresh lemon juice and herbs. You can also serve the carrot with a tasty sauce (see below in the notes).
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Notes
- My favorite carrot variety is Nantes. Pick carrots that are about 1-inch in diameter and 7 inches long.
- You can save the leftover carrots in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 4 days. The air fryer carrots taste great cold so make for a delightful addition to packed lunches or a simple veggie side right out of the fridge!
- Oven instructions: roast for 30 to 35 minutes in a 425°F oven
- Optional sauces to serve with air fryer carrots:
Nutrition
Calories: 80kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g