Elevate your veggie game with this easy Air Fryer Garlic Roasted Carrots recipe! These tender, flavorful carrots are roasted to perfection with garlic and seasonings, making them an ideal side dish for any meal. Perfectly crisp and full of flavor in minutes!

Air fryer garlic roasted carrots as a side dish on serving plate
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There Is nothing better, whether you want to serve them at a Sunday Dinner, Holiday Meal, Thanksgiving, or even just for a midweek meal.

Garlic Roasted Carrots Air Fryer Recipe are easy to make, and they are delicious! I love a great plate of these, so good!

If you are looking for even more Air Fryer Vegetable Recipes, some of my favorites are AIR FRYER CHEESE FRIES, AIR FRYER SOUTHERN FRIED SQUASH, AIR FRYER SQUASH (SUMMER SQUASH/YELLOW SQUASH), and AIR FRYER PARMESAN TOMATOES.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe!

  • Quick and easy: These roasted garlic carrots are done in only 20 minutes, significantly faster than using a traditional oven.
  • Healthy: This dish offers a nutritious side option with simple ingredients that enhance the carrots’ flavor while keeping them healthy.
  • Base Recipe: You can customize these carrots by adding more spices, fresh herbs, or Parmesan cheese to tailor them to your preferences without adjusting the cooking time.

Ingredients Needed

Peeled carrots on countertop in a glass bowl.
  • Carrots: Use whole carrots, cleaned and peeled.
  • Olive Oil: A great way to get the slow roasted flavor, you can also use avocado or grapeseed oil.
  • Garlic Powder: You can also use garlic cloves, for even more flavor!
  • Kosher Salt and Black Pepper: For seasoning! You can also use thyme, rosemary or oregano!

How To Make Air Fryer Garlic Roasted Carrots

Slicing fresh carrots for air fryer garlic roasted carrots

Step One: Start by peeling the carrots, cutting them into about 1-2 inch pieces, and then adding them to a small bowl.

"Carrots tossed with garlic and oil in a mixing bowl"

Step Two: Add the olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper and mix well. Being sure to coat the carrots. After each carrot is coated with olive oil and seasoned, add it to the air fryer basket or tray. Set the temperature to 390 degrees F, and set cooking time for 10-12 minutes (air fryer setting)

Golden roasted garlic carrots fresh out of the air fryer

Air Fryer Garlic Roasted Carrots Recipe Tips

  • This recipe will work in any Air Fryer Basket or Oven Model. This recipe can also be made in the Ninja Foodi, Instant Pot Vortex, Instant Pot Crisp Lid, and other basket and oven models. The cooking time will vary by a few minutes.
  • For best results, shake your basket several times during the cooking process.
  • Try to cut the carrots into equal size pieces, so they all cook up simultaneously.

Air Fryer Garlic Roasted Carrots Recipe Faqs

How do I store leftover roasted carrots? Store leftover roasted carrots in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the air fryer or microwave until warmed through.

Can I add other seasonings to the garlic roasted carrots? Absolutely! Experiment with herbs like thyme or rosemary, or add a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.

What should I serve these garlic roasted carrots with? These carrots pair well with roasted chicken, grilled steak, or as a side dish for a holiday meal.

Can I make this recipe ahead of time? Yes, you can prep the carrots ahead of time by tossing them with the garlic and olive oil mixture, then air fry them when ready to serve.

"Garnishing air fryer garlic roasted carrots with fresh parsley before serving"

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Air Fryer Garlic Roasted Carrots

Air Fryer Garlic Roasted Carrots

4.60 from 5 votes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 32 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings

Description

Air Fryer Garlic Roasted Carrots make for an amazing side dish, which will go with any meal. In a few short minutes, you can have a healthy and delicious roasted plate of carrots!

Ingredients 

  • 1 pound carrots, peeled and diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Start by peeling the carrots, and cutting them into about 1-2 inch pieces, then add them to a small bowl.
  • Add the olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper and mix well. Being sure to coat the carrots.
  • After each carrot is coated with olive oil and seasoned, add it to the air fryer basket or tray. Set the temperature to 390 degrees F for 10 to 12 minutes, air fryer setting)

Equipment

  • Cooking Spray
  • Parchment Paper, optional

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 114kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 661mgPotassium: 384mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 18946IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

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