Description
This Easy Air Fryer Carrots recipe offers a quick and flavorful way to enjoy tender, crispy carrots with a delightful parmesan and Italian herb coating. Perfect as a healthy side dish, these air-fried carrots are seasoned with garlic powder and garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of freshness.
Ingredients
Scale
Carrots
- 6 large carrots, peeled and sliced into 2-inch pieces
Seasoning
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- Fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the carrots: Wash and peel 6 large carrots, then slice them into 2-inch pieces to ensure even cooking in the air fryer.
- Mix the seasoning: In a medium-sized bowl, combine ¼ cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir well to create a flavorful coating.
- Toss carrots with seasoning: Add the carrot slices to the bowl and toss them thoroughly so all pieces are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Arrange in air fryer: Place the seasoned carrots in a single layer inside the air fryer basket to ensure they cook evenly and become crispy.
- Air fry: Cook the carrots at 360°F (182°C) for 10-12 minutes. Check for tenderness and crispiness starting at 7 minutes to avoid overcooking, as air fryers and carrot sizes may vary.
- Garnish and serve: Once cooked to your liking, remove the carrots, garnish with fresh chopped parsley, and serve immediately as a delicious side dish.
Notes
- Keep an Eye on Cook Time: Air fryer models vary in heat intensity; begin checking the carrots around 7 minutes, then every couple of minutes afterward to achieve your preferred texture.
- Smaller carrots or baby carrots will cook faster; adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Make sure carrots are in a single layer to promote even cooking and crispiness.
- You can substitute parmesan cheese with a vegan alternative to make this recipe vegan-friendly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (about 150g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 6mg
