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    Home » Air fryer

    Air Fryer Carrots with Parmesan and Dill

    Published: May 23, 2020 · Modified: Mar 18, 2023 by Melissa · This post contains links that pay me a small commission at no extra cost to you.

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    These Air Fryer Carrots are deliciously caramelized and rubbed with a parmesan-dill rub for a bold and sweet flavor that makes the perfect easy side dish. 

    Using an Air Fryer

    I hear everyone ask if an air fryer is worth the cost. It’s no secret that I love my air fryer, which is a countertop convection oven, and allows hot air to circulate rapidly. The hot circulating air makes food crispy and cooks very quickly, without the mess and fuss of deep fat frying. I highly recommend buying an air fryer. 

    A close up of caramelized air fryer carrots on a plate topped with dill and parmesan

    Air Fryer Carrots Ingredients

    You’ll need:

    • Carrots: You’ll need to peel and cut the carrots in half or to a size that will allow the carrots to cook in an even layer in the air fryer. 
    • Olive oil: Using a small amount of oil will allow the carrots to crisp nicely in the air fryer. 
    • Parmesan cheese: Who doesn’t like parmesan cheese? I recommend using freshly grated parmesan cheese for maximum flavor. You can also use pecorino cheese instead. I have used both, and they both give lots of flavor. Pecorino cheese is a little bolder and saltier than parmesan cheese, so consider omitting or decreasing the salt as not to make the carrots too salty if you use the pecorino cheese. I like to grate a little extra on top when the carrots are done. 
    • Seasonings: One of my favorite blend of seasonings is dill, garlic powder, salt, and cayenne. I’ve used it on so many roasted or air fried vegetables. I recently told a friend about this combo, and now she’s obsessed with it too!

    How to Make the Carrots

    Really it comes down to just 3 simple steps. 

    1. Toss the carrots in the seasoning.
    2. Air fry and toss halfway through to evenly cook. It’s important to do this with most air fryer recipes to ensure even cooking. 
    3. Serve and enjoy immediately.

    Okay, that was really just two steps, but you get my point – it’s an EASY, no-fuss side dish. These Air Fryer Carrots really will go with just about anything. 

    Caramelized air fryer carrots on a plate topped with dill and parmesan

    More Air Fryer Recipes

    If you’re looking for more air fryer recipes, you might want to check these ones out as well:

    • Air Fryer Calamari
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    Caramelized air fryer carrots laid out on aplate topped with dill and parmesan

    Air Fryer Carrots with Parmesan and Dill

    Melissa
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Servings 4 servings

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 lb. carrots peeled and cut in half or cut to fit your air fryer
    • 1 tbsp. olive oil
    • ¼ cup parmesan cheese plus extra for topping
    • 1 ½ tsp. dried dill
    • 1 tsp. garlic powder
    • ¼ tsp. salt
    • ⅛ tsp. cayenne optional

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat air fryer to 360 F. Toss carrots together in a large bowl with olive oil, cheese, dill, garlic powder, salt, and cayenne (if using).
    • Spread out evenly on the bottom of the air fryer (see notes). Air fry for 7-8 minutes. Toss carrots and continue cooking for additional 4-5 minutes for perfectly al dente carrots.
    • Serve immediately.

    Notes

    If you have a smaller air fryer, you may need to cook in batches so that the carrots line the bottom of the air fryer in an even layer. If you need to work in batches, you can keep the first batch(es) of carrots warm on a sheet pan in a 200-degree oven while the remaining carrots cook.
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 115kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 312mgPotassium: 453mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 19171IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 127mgIron: 1mg
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    1. Shirley Kennedy

      June 17, 2021 at 4:59 pm

      5 stars
      I LOVE these carrots!

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      • Melissa

        June 18, 2021 at 3:21 pm

        They are SO good! I’m so glad you enjoy these!

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    2. Ashley

      January 01, 2021 at 8:31 pm

      5 stars
      I am not a fan of cooked carrots, but holy cow these are amazing. They are made on the regular at my house. I absolutely recommend to everyone.

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      • Melissa

        January 03, 2021 at 8:24 pm

        They’re one of my favorites too! 🙂

        Reply

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