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    Home » Air fryer Recipes » Air Fryer Vegan Recipes

    Air fryer Carrots

    Published: Aug 30, 2021 · Modified: Jul 7, 2022 by Rachna ·

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    Roasted carrots in air fryer come out really delicious. It is a lovely vegetable side and we often have it as a snack too.

    Air fryer is such a godsend when it comes to preparing veggies. They come out perfectly roasted with a slight crispness outside while being perfectly cooked inside.

    You can use any combination of seasonings you like. Here I have made savory air fried carrots but I like the sweet ones just as much.

    roasted carrots in air fryer on a white plate.

    You may also like: roasted zucchini in air fryer, air fryer parsnips, zucchini fries in air fryer, air fryer eggplant fries, air fryer butternut squash, air fryer corn on the cob, cheesy broccoli bites, crunchy oyster mushroom, air fryer baby potatoes and crispy okra 

    Tips and Tricks

    1. In order to reduce air frying time, you can cut carrots into large chunks, fries or roundels. Alternatively you could also microwave them or parboil them for 2-3 minutes before air frying.

    2. Do not cook at very high temperatures as the carrots can end up overcooking and even burning while becoming hard.

    3. You can also cook baby carrots in a similar manner.

    4. It is easy to use spices and herbs that you enjoy. You can also make both savory and sweet versions.

    5. Fresh carrots are the best for this recipe.

    7. If you want a zero-oil version, just skip the oil and toss your seasonings in vegetable broth. Toss your carrot pieces in these and air fry.

    close up of roasted carrots in air fryer on a white plate.

    Variations:

    This recipe is already vegan, vegetarian and gluten free.

    You could use avocado oil in place of olive oil if you like.

    You can also use any combination of herbs or spices that you prefer.

    Sweet version: For roasted air fryer carrots with honey, I use 1 tbsp. honey, a pinch of Himalayan pink salt, ½ tsp. pepper powder and 1.5 tsp. olive oil for seasoning the carrots before air frying.

    Skip the oil if you want an oil-free version.

    roasted carrots in air fryer on a white plate.

    Stepwise Pictures

    Take the carrots. Wash them well. Peel them and cut them into chunks or fries.

    This is done to ensure faster roasting of carrots.

    Whole carrots take much longer.

    Peeled carrots with one carrot cut into smaller pieces on a brown chopping board.

    Add all the spices to the carrots.

    Bowls having garlic powder, pepper and Himalayan pink salt with olive oil and cut carrots.

    Now add the olive oil and mix everything so that all carrot pieces are well coated.

    If you want a zero-oil version, just skip the oil and toss your seasonings in vegetable broth. Toss your carrot pieces in these and air fry.

    cut carrots marinated in spices and oil.

    Air frying Carrots

    Preheat air fryer at 180C or 360F for 3 minutes.

    Brush the basket with oil and put in all the carrots. It’s okay if they overlap a bit.

    Preheated air fryer with marinated carrot chunks in basket.

    Air fry for about 9-10 minutes at 360F or 180C till they are lightly browned and cooked.

    I shake the basket once every 3-4 minutes to ensure even cooking. The carrots shrink after air frying.

    carrots after air frying in the air fryer basket.

    Your carrots are done. Don’t overcook them or they will dry out inside.

    I love them browned outside and soft cooked inside.

    close up of roasted carrots in air fryer on a white plate.

    They are delicious. Serve them as a veggie side or even a tasty snack. My teen devoured them gladly.

    Here's the recipe card:

    Air fryer Carrots

    Rachna Parmar
    These roasted air fried carrots are super delicious. The savory spices complement their mild sweetness and make for a delicious side.
    5 from 8 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 20 mins
    Course Side
    Cuisine American
    Servings 3
    Calories 93 kcal

    Equipment

    • Air fryer

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 lb. carrots or 500 gm.
    • 1.5 tsp. Olive oil or skip the oil see Notes
    • ½ tsp. Garlic powder
    • ¾ tsp. Pepper powder
    • ½ tsp. Himalayan pink salt or regular salt

    Instructions
     

    • Take the carrots. Wash them well. Peel them and cut them into chunks or fries. This is done to ensure faster roasting of carrots. Whole carrots take much longer.
    • Add all the spices to the carrots. Now add the olive oil and mix everything so that all carrot pieces are well coated.
    • If you want a zero-oil version, just skip the oil and toss your seasonings in vegetable broth. Toss your carrot pieces in these and air fry.
    • Preheat air fryer at 180C or 360F for 3 minutes.
    • Brush the basket with oil and put in all the carrots. It’s okay if they overlap a bit.
    • ir fry for about 9-10 minutes at 360F or 180C till they are lightly browned and cooked.
    • I shake the basket once every 3-4 minutes to ensure even cooking.
    • Your carrots are done. Don’t overcook them or they will dry out inside.
    • I love them browned outside and soft cooked inside.
    • They are delicious. Serve them as a veggie side or even a tasty snack. My teen devoured them gladly.

    Notes

    1. This recipe is already vegan and vegetarian. It is super easy to make.
    2. If you want a zero-oil version, just skip the oil and toss your seasonings in vegetable broth. Toss your carrot pieces in these and air fry.
    3. Try to cut carrots into even-sized pieces for uniform cooking. You can cut them into chunks or fries. Leaving the carrots whole increases the cooking time by a lot.
    4. You can use melted butter in place of olive oil for a more buttery flavor. Or skip the oil all together.
    5. You can also use any herbs or spices of your choice. Garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro leaves.
    6. You can make the carrots sweet as well. I have shared my seasonings for sweet carrots above the recipe card under variations.
    7. Vegetables turn out so good in the air fryer. Do try them out.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 93kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 2gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 583mgPotassium: 532mgFiber: 5gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 25943IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 54mgIron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Kristen Wood says

      September 01, 2021 at 11:20 am

      5 stars
      These look like they have the perfect texture! I can't wait to give it a go. 🙂

      Reply
      • Rachna says

        September 01, 2021 at 7:25 pm

        Thanks Kristen

        Reply
    2. Jacqueline Debono says

      September 01, 2021 at 12:17 pm

      5 stars
      I just got an airfryer. In fact its still in the box!! I love roasting carrots in the oven but I think the airfryer would be faster. Definitely going to try these. They look really good!

      Reply
      • Rachna says

        September 01, 2021 at 7:26 pm

        Thank you Jacqueline. You are going to love your air fryer.

        Reply
    3. Dannii says

      September 01, 2021 at 1:30 pm

      5 stars
      I love making carrots in the air fryer. They get so deliciously crispy.

      Reply
      • Rachna says

        September 01, 2021 at 5:00 pm

        Indeed they do. Thank you Dannii.

        Reply
    4. Chrissie Baker says

      September 01, 2021 at 2:10 pm

      5 stars
      These would make for a fantastic snack and so healthy too! We always need some beta carotene and what better way than to get it airfried! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Rachna says

        September 01, 2021 at 5:00 pm

        You're very welcome, Chrissie.

        Reply
    5. Kechi says

      September 01, 2021 at 4:03 pm

      5 stars
      I like the outcome of these Air Fryer Carrots; it would make a great side dish! Thanks for all the tips, I have avocado oil and I will use it.

      Reply
      • Rachna says

        September 01, 2021 at 4:59 pm

        Avocado oil works well too. Hope you like making it Kechi.

        Reply

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