Air Fryer Carrot Fries are a healthier alternative to the usual deep fried potatoes.
These simple carrot fries are sweet and savory thanks to the carrots and the seasonings added for flavor.
What you will read about in this recipe.
Carrot Fries made in an air fryer.
This is a simple four ingredient recipe that can be made in about 20 minutes.
I like that this is healthier snack idea that tastes good too!
Did you try my Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower?
That cauliflower is full of flavor and can be made as hot as you want it to be. Both this recipe for air fried carrots and that recipe for cauliflower are great tasting appetizers that would go great when served together.
Make this recipe even better by adding some great seasonings. You can find a selection of great tasting seasonings here.
Why we love this recipe for crispy carrot fries.
This is a quick and easy recipe to make. Even better, this recipe is made with a healthy vegetable.
Here is what else we like about this recipe.
- Using an air fryer takes out all of the added oil that comes from regular frying.
- This recipe can be easily personalized using seasonings.
- Air fried carrots are friendly to many diets including vegan and vegetarian diets.
- Making this in an air fryer means a quick and easy clean up.
- Air fried carrots taste great when dipped in ranch dressing, peanut butter, or even seasoned Greek yogurt.
- About everyone can agree on this snack idea!
Ingredients needed to make homemade carrot fries.
The ingredients are basic ingredients that you may already have on hand. Feel free to use the seasonings of your choice.
- Carrots . Your carrots should be washed or have the outer skin removed, tops removed, and then cut lengthwise into strips.
- Olive Oil. Used to make the carrot crisp and to help the seasonings stick.
- Seasonings. Garlic powder and salt were used to make my carrot fries.
- Optional ingredients: Minced garlic,grated cheese, maple syrup, or even a bit of hot sauce.
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Tips for making the best air fried carrots.
When selecting carrots, select fresh carrots that are in good condition. Fresh carrots can yield a sturdier air fried carrot for dipping.
More helpful tips for you.
- When slicing your carrots, slice them a bit thicker than you want them to be. As the carrots air fry they tend to lose moisture and shrink up a bit.
- Olive oil was used to make my carrots as it is a flavorful oil. Feel free to use another oil as long as it is suitable for air frying with.
- If your carrots are not as crisp a you would like them to be, simply put them under a broiler for a few seconds.
- It is a good idea to slice your carrots into similar sizes. This will help them air fry more evenly.
- You can toss the carrots with the other ingredients in a large bowl or place the ingredients in a large zip top bag and toss them in that.
- Flipping or tossing the carrots halfway through air frying will help it cook and get crispy evenly.
How to make Air Fryer Carrot Fries.
Prep Time : 10 minutes.
Air Fry Time: 10 minutes .
Servings: 4. .
- If you have not done so, prep your carrots for this recipe. You can rinse and dry them or remove the skin. To cut full sized carrots, first slice them in half and then slice each half into thirds.
- Place the carrots into a large bowl and then add the remaining ingredients. Toss the ingredients well so that the carrots are all covered with the oil and seasonings.
- Remove the basket from your air fryer and spray it with oil (or line it with an air fryer liner). Preheat the air fryer to 370.
- Place the carrots in single layer in the basket, leaving space in between them ( a little overlap is okay).
- Air fry the carrots for five minutes and then toss or flip the carrots.
- Continue to air fry until browned and crisp (about five more minutes).
- Let the carrots cool for a few minutes before serving as they will be hot.
Expert Tip👉 Depending on the size of your air fryer, this recipe may have to be made in batches.
How to store carrot fries.
This recipe is best when enjoyed just after making. If you have leftovers, you can wrap them in foil or place them in an airtight container and reheat within a few days in your air fryer.
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Air Fryer Carrot Frie
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 Carrots - cleaned and sliced.
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 2 tsp Seasonings - garlic powder and salt were used in my carrots.
Instructions
- Prep your carrots for this recipe. You can rinse and dry them or remove the skin. To cut full sized carrots, first slice them in half and then slice each half into thirds.
- Place the carrots into a large bowl and then add the remaining ingredients. Toss the ingredients well so that the carrots are all covered with the oil and seasonings.
- Remove the basket from your air fryer and spray it with oil (or line it with an air fryer liner). Preheat the air fryer to 370.
- Place the carrots in single layer in the basket, leaving space in between them ( a little overlap is okay). Air fry the carrots for five minutes and then toss or flip the carrots.
- Continue to air fry until browned and crisp (about five more minutes). Let the carrots cool for a few minutes before serving as they will be hot.
Recipe Notes
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Air Fryer Carrot Fries, a quick and easy snack, appetizer, or side recipe for savory and crunchy carrots fried in an air fryer.
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