Air Fried Rainbow Carrots Recipe
These Air Fried Rainbow Carrots are a colorful and easy air-fried side dish for any meal! With a drizzle of avocado oil, lemon juice, and a sprinkle of spices, they are perfectly seasoned and crispy. Whether you're serving them alongside salmon, chicken, or as a snack, these Rainbow Carrots are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Air Fried Rainbow Carrots Recipe
Why I Like This Recipe
Easy to make: This recipe requires minimal effort and can be whipped up in no time.
Quick cooking time: In just 20 minutes, you can have deliciously crispy and flavorful rainbow carrots.
Uses ingredients you already have: The recipe calls for simple pantry staples like avocado oil, lemon juice, and spices.
Crowd-pleaser: These colorful carrots are visually stunning and are sure to impress your guests.
Healthy option: This dish is a nutritious addition to any meal, as it is gluten-free, soy-free, and dairy-free.
Perfect Thanksgiving side: The vibrant colors of the rainbow carrots make them a festive and appetizing addition to any holiday spread.
Ingredients for Air Fried Rainbow Carrots
Carrots: You can use any carrots you have. They don’t have to be rainbow carrots!
Avocado oil: You can swap it for coconut oil or olive oil.
Lemon juice: I love the little bit of acid to balance out the sweetness. You can also use lime juice or even balsamic vinegar as an alternative.
Spices: You can use as much or as little salt, garlic powder, and pepper. Alternatively, add any of your favorite spices to these for an extra bit of flavor
How to Make Air Fried Rainbow Carrots
Add your rainbow carrots into the air fryer basket and drizzle with avocado oil, lemon juice, salt, garlic powder, and pepper.
Toss to evenly coat.
Air fry at 390F for 20 minutes, shaking them halfway.
Enjoy!
What to Dip Your Carrots In
Copycat Chick-fil-a Homemade Avocado Ranch Salad Dressing: This creamy and flavorful dressing is the perfect accompaniment to the sweet and crispy carrots.
Coconut Mango Dipping Sauce: For a tropical twist, try this refreshing and tangy sauce. It combines the sweetness of mango with the creaminess of coconut milk.
Garlic Aioli: Whip up a quick and creamy garlic aioli by combining mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Hummus: Classic hummus pairs well with the sweetness of the carrots. You can either make your own or use store-bought hummus for convenience.
Ranch Dressing: The cool and tangy flavors of ranch dressing complement the roasted carrots perfectly. You can use store-bought or make your own ranch dressing at home.
Tzatziki Sauce: This Greek yogurt-based sauce is light and refreshing. Combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, and fresh dill for a delicious dip.
Spicy Sriracha Mayo: Add some heat to your carrots with a spicy Sriracha mayo dip. Simply mix mayonnaise with sriracha sauce to your desired spice level.
Maple Dijon Dip: For a sweet and tangy dip, combine Dijon mustard, maple syrup, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. This dip adds a fun twist to the carrots' natural sweetness.
Other Spices & Seasonings to Add
You can add any spices or seasonings that you prefer! Some options are:
Onion Powder: Add a savory and slightly sweet flavor with a sprinkle of onion powder.
Paprika: Give your carrots a smoky and slightly spicy kick by adding some paprika.
Cinnamon and Nutmeg: For a unique twist, try adding a pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg. This combination will add warmth and subtle sweetness to your carrots.
More Carrot Recipes
Air Fried Carrots: These air-fried carrots are drizzled with a perfect honey and balsamic glaze, making for the perfect easy-to-eat veggie.
Carrot Fries: A much healthier version of traditional french fries that are delicious as well as fun to eat!
Air Fried Rainbow Carrots Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 lb rainbow carrots, washed and peeled
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Add your rainbow carrots into the air fryer basket and drizzle with avocado oil, lemon juice, salt, garlic powder and pepper.
- Toss to evenly coat.
- Air fry at 390F for 20 minutes, shaking them halfway.
- Enjoy!
