🥕 Air Fryer Roasted Carrots Recipe
🔪 Ingredients:
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1 lb (450g) carrots (peeled and cut into sticks or rounds)
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1 tbsp olive oil
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½ tsp salt (or to taste)
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¼ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
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½ tsp paprika (optional)
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1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary (optional for herby flavor)
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Optional: 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup for a sweet glaze
👩🍳 Instructions:
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Prep the carrots:
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Peel and cut carrots into uniform pieces (sticks, chunks, or thick rounds — about ½ inch thick for even cooking).
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Season:
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In a bowl, toss carrots with olive oil, salt, pepper, and any other seasonings (garlic powder, paprika, herbs). For a sweet twist, add honey or maple syrup and toss again.
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Preheat air fryer (optional but recommended):
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Set your air fryer to 380°F (193°C) and preheat for 3 minutes.
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Cook:
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Place the carrots in the air fryer basket in a single layer (don’t overcrowd).
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Air fry at 380°F (193°C) for 15–20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
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Cook time depends on size and thickness of carrots. Thicker cuts may need closer to 20 minutes.
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Check doneness:
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Carrots should be tender on the inside and slightly crispy or caramelized on the edges.
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Serve:
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Serve hot as a side dish. Optionally, garnish with fresh parsley, a squeeze of lemon juice, or a sprinkle of parmesan cheese.
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📝 Tips:
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Baby carrots work too! Just increase cooking time slightly if they’re thick.
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For extra crispiness, avoid overcrowding the basket — cook in batches if needed.
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Add a pinch of cayenne for some heat, or drizzle with balsamic glaze for tanginess.