These easy air fryer baby carrots are the perfect easy side dish! Made with simple ingredients like baby carrots, olive oil, and seasonings. I serve these over a bed of maple whipped feta, it’s the perfect sweet addition to the savory carrots. This is a great side dish recipe for a busy weeknight or for a holiday meal. Not a fan of whipped feat, sprinkle with a little parmesan cheese instead!
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Highlights of this healthy side dish:
- Full of vitamin C
- Simple recipe
- Customizable
- Takes just minutes
- Great option for a family friendly meal
- Good way to incorporate vegetables
- The perfect side dish
- Baby carrots require no cutting or peeling
- Budget friendly
- Looks great served family style on a platter
Tools I used for these air fryer baby carrots:
- Instant 6 qt. Air Fryer – Sleek and functional, the perfect size for 2-3 people.
- Tongs – a must have kitchen tool!
- Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl – perfect for toss the carrots
- Food Processor – I used this to easily whip the feta!
Grocery Store List & Substitutions:
- Bag of Baby carrots, you could also peel and chop whole carrots or rainbow carrots
- Extra virgin olive oil, or substitute avocado oil
- Kosher salt
- Fresh cracked black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Feta cheese
- Pure Maple syrup
- Fresh herbs, like parsley, thyme, or dill
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This is such a simple and delicious side dish!
Do you have to peel baby carrots?
No! That’s what makes this recipe so quick and easy.
Are cooked baby carrots healthy?
Absolutely, this side dish is a great easy way to add in extra nutrients. Roasted baby carrots are healthier than they are raw. After cooking, carrots are easier to digest and release more vitamin A!
How do I preheat my air fryer?
Simply turn your air fryer on, set to the desired setting (air fry, roast, bake), set the temperature, and cooking time. Press start and your air fryer will begin to preheat, it will beep when it is ready for food to be added.
We love this easy recipe, it’s the perfect quick side dish for busy weeknights!
Instructions for the roasted carrots:
For the carrots:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the carrots, oil, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine.
- Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees F. with a cook time of 10 minutes. Place carrots into the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
For the feta:
- While the carrots are cooking add the feta, garlic, and maple syrup to the base of a food processor. Pulse until creamy, scrapping the sides as needed. Season with black pepper.
- On a large serving platter, spread the whipped feta over the base, top with the baby carrots. Sprinkle with fresh thyme or fresh parsley and a drizzle of maple syrup if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes:
*The whipped feta is optional, if desired serve carrots alone.
*Any leftover whipped feta will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
*To avoid overcooking the carrots, start with less time and add additional minutes as needed.
*Carrots can be seasoned with additional seasonings like garlic or onion powder, or Italian seasoning. You could also top with a sprinkle of brown sugar for sweetness.
Easy Air Fryer Baby Carrots
Equipment
- Air fryer
Ingredients
For the carrots:
- 16 oz. Baby Carrots
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tsp Kosher salt
- Fresh cracked black pepper
For the Feta:
- 8 oz. Block feta cheese
- 2 tbsp Maple syrup
- 2-3 cloves Garlic, peeled
- Fresh cracked black pepper
Instructions
For the carrots:
- In a large bowl, combine the carrots, oil, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine.
- Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees F. with a cook time of 10 minutes. Add in the carrots. Air fry for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
For the feta:
- While the carrots are cooking add the feta, garlic, and maple syrup to the base of a food processor. Pulse until creamy, scrapping the sides as needed. Season with black pepper.
- On a large serving platter, spread the whipped feta over the base, top with the baby carrots. Sprinkle with fresh thyme and a drizzle of maple syrup if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
Nutrition
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