Carrots in Air Fryer

Name: Carrots in Air Fryer
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 22 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Carrots 2.1 cups; Rosemary 1 sprig; Sage 2 leaves; Extra virgin olive oil ½ tbsp; Fine salt 1 pinch; Black pepper 1 pinch; Natural plain yogurt 2 spoonfuls; Extra virgin olive oil 1 filo; Lemon juice 2 tsp; Chives 4 fili; Fine salt 1 pinch

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Gluten Free
Vegetarian

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Serving: 4
Cost: Low

PRESENTATION

Air fryer carrots are super popular in Italy right now. Especially in places like Tuscany and Lombardy, people are using air fryers for all kinds of veggies. And look, these carrot sticks are a big hit. Cut into sticks, tossed with olive oil and spices—really good stuff—they come out golden and kind of crispy on the edges. But inside? Tender and sweet. They’re almost like a snack.

Whether you pair them with grilled chicken or fish, or just enjoy them solo, these carrots are a win. Really, they’re way quicker than traditional oven-roasted veggies. Set them and forget them. The combo of a moist inside and a crispy finish makes them a total table hit.

Kids and adults both love roasted carrots in air fryer form. They’re easy to grab and munch. Even picky eaters might get on board—especially if there’s a tasty dipping sauce. In different Italian regions, folks add their own twist—some sprinkle fresh herbs, while others add a splash of balsamic or a touch of honey. And I gotta say, it gets close to air fryer glazed carrots.

The tender texture and sweet flavor go really well with roasted meats or simple pasta dishes. These air fryer carrot fries fit in perfectly with zucchini, eggplant, potatoes, and even pumpkin in the Italian air fryer scene. They’re a colorful and quick option for anyone wanting their plate to look good—and taste even better.

Honestly, this modern way of prepping veggies is so practical for weeknight dinners. It offers a fresh approach that's still super tasty. So here's the thing: next time you are thinking about a side that's both crispy and healthy, give these air fryer carrot fries a shot—they’ll likely disappear fast! Pretty simple.

INGREDIENTS

For the carrots: Carrots 2.1 cups (500 g); Rosemary 1 sprig; Sage 2 leaves; Extra virgin olive oil ½ tbsp (10 g); Fine salt 1 pinch; Black pepper 1 pinch

For the yogurt sauce: Natural plain yogurt 2 spoonfuls; Extra virgin olive oil 1 filo; Lemon juice 2 tsp (10 g); Chives 4 fili; Fine salt 1 pinch

Preparation

How to prepare Carrots in Air Fryer

To prepare air fryer carrots, preferably use small and tender carrots. Start by removing the ends 1, then peel them with a vegetable peeler or a sharp knife 2. After peeling, wash them thoroughly 3.

Cut the carrots lengthwise into sticks about 1.5 inches long 4, then wash the herbs, remove the woody central part of the rosemary 5, and chop only the needles along with the sage leaves 6.

Now transfer the carrots to a large bowl and add the previously chopped herbs 7. Then adjust the salt 8 and pepper 9.

Next, season with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil 10. Mix everything well 11. Transfer the carrots to the air fryer basket; you can use perforated parchment paper or place them directly in the basket 12.

At this point, cook the carrots for about 12 minutes at 392°F, making sure to check them during cooking and stir if necessary 13. The carrots should be golden 14. To prepare the yogurt sauce to accompany the carrots, pour two tablespoons of plain or Greek yogurt into a bowl 15.

Add the chives 16, lemon juice 17, and salt 18.

Finally, after adding one last drizzle of oil 19, just mix everything 20. Serve the air fryer carrots with the homemade yogurt sauce 21.

Storage

The air fryer carrots can be stored in a bowl covered with plastic wrap or in an airtight container for up to two days in the refrigerator.

Advice

Air fryer carrots can be prepared with various herbs, you can also add garlic powder and sweet or hot paprika to taste.

If you want to add crunchiness to the carrots, you can prepare them the same way with the addition of a tablespoon of breadcrumbs or cornmeal.

The yogurt sauce can be prepared with the addition of a teaspoon of mustard.

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