Description
These air fryer carrots are perfectly tender and caramelized, making them a delicious side dish that pairs well with any meal. Quick and easy to prepare, they are seasoned to perfection and ready in just 20 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound of carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional for sweetness)
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, toss the carrot sticks with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and thyme until evenly coated.
- Place the carrots in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd.
- Cook in the air fryer for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking to ensure even browning.
- Once the carrots are tender and caramelized, remove them from the air fryer and drizzle with honey or maple syrup if desired.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese before serving.
- You can adjust the seasonings based on your preference. Try adding paprika or chili powder for a bit of heat.
- If you have baby carrots, you can use them directly without cutting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 4
- Saturated Fat: 0.5
- Carbohydrates: 11
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 1
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