Description
Discover how to make delicious air fryer baby carrots with this easy recipe. Perfectly seasoned and crispy, these carrots make a healthy side dish.
Ingredients
- – 1 lb. (454 g) bag of baby carrots
- – 1 tablespoon (15 ml) vegetable oil or melted unsalted butter
- – 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) garlic powder
- – 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) salt
- – 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) ground black pepper
- – Garnish: chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Set your air fryer to heat up to 380°F and apply a light coat of non-stick spray to the basket.
- Use paper towels to thoroughly dry the baby carrots; this step is crucial!
- In a mixing bowl, combine the carrots with vegetable oil or melted unsalted butter, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Place the carrots in the preheated air fryer and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking.
- Serve right away with a garnish of chopped fresh parsley and enjoy!
Notes
- Thoroughly patting dry the baby carrots before air frying ensures a crispy texture.
- Opt for vegetable oil instead of melted unsalted butter for a lighter dish.
- Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to promote proper air circulation and even cooking.