Balsamic Glazed Carrots in Air Fryer Recipe are a super easy, quick, and delicious side dish! The carrots are roasted to perfection in the air fryer then tossed with a sweet and tangy balsamic glaze, honey, butter, salt, and pepper. A great side dish for picky eaters of all ages!
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Why You'll ❤️ These Air Fryer Carrots
"Carrots are so delicious when air fried. They are naturally sweet, but when you toss them with honey and balsamic glaze - you won't believe how good they taste - or that they're healthy!"
If you love balsamic glazed vegetables, be sure to make these Maple Balsamic Brussels Sprouts and these Beets With Rosemary and Balsamic Glaze - both can be made in the air fryer. Wanna know my favorite carrot recipe? It's this Zucchini Carrot Casserole with Cheese. Oh my. 😉
Sweet and Tangy
These air fryer carrots are coated with honey before roasting, adding extra sweetness to them. Then after cooking, they are tossed with balsamic glaze, which is savory and tangy. So much flavor!
Quick and Easy!
These roasted carrots are super easy to make because you just need to add a few ingredients to the carrots, and then all you have to do is air fry them until tender. Then you just have to enjoy them. Yes!!
Healthy
This recipe is vegetarian, low-carb, low-calorie, and low-fat! All natural sugars and no added artificial sugars are used in this recipe. Feel good about serving these delicious carrots to your loved ones.
🥘 Air Fryer Roasted Carrots Ingredients
Here are the ingredients you will need to make balsamic glazed carrots in air fryer:
- Carrots - if using whole carrots, cut them into uniform 1/2 to 3/4" pieces afterward. You could also substitute with pre-cut or baby carrots if preferred.
- Olive Oil - you can use any preferred oil in this recipe.
- Honey
- Kosher Salt
- Ground Black Pepper
- Balsamic Glaze - this is different than balsamic vinegar. You can find this in the grocery store, and it is a much thicker version of balsamic vinegar.
- Butter - any brand of butter, and you can use unsalted or salted.
- Fresh Chives
For exact ingredient quantities, please see the recipe card below!
🔪 How To Make This Air Fryer Carrots Recipe
Here's how to make honey and balsamic glazed carrots in air fryer:
- Preheat your air fryer to 390 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, toss carrots with olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Working in 2 batches, place the carrots in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook, stirring halfway, for 9 to 11 minutes or until tender. Repeat with the second batch.
- Transfer cooked carrots to a bowl and toss with balsamic glaze, butter, and fresh chives. Adjust any seasoning if needed, and enjoy while hot and fresh!
🥗 How To Serve It
Here are a few ways to serve your balsamic glazed carrots in air fryer recipe:
Garnish these carrots with toasted slivered almonds or sunflower seeds, crumbled bacon, and feta cheese. You could even add some dried cranberries for extra texture and sweetness. Yum!
Easy weeknight meal idea! Make a full air fryer meal and serve these healthy Keto Chicken Tenders, or Juicy Frozen Pork Chops.
📖 Variations
Here are a few ways you can customize this recipe:
- Save time by using store-bought baby-cut carrots instead of purchasing whole large carrots.
- Use any variety of carrots you prefer - including multicolored carrots. They would be beautiful and great for a holiday gathering!
- Substitute maple syrup for honey. You could also add some brown sugar for extra sweetness or a brown sugar substitute.
- Add some heat by using hot honey in place of regular honey. You can also add any seasonings you like, such as cayenne, chili powder, or red pepper flakes.
💭 Top Tips
- Air fryer cooking temperatures and times may vary, so remember to adjust the recipe accordingly.
- Adjust any seasoning to your liking.
- Remember to keep an eye on your carrots as they cook in case the temperature needs to be adjusted or if they seem to be cooking more quickly, depending on their size.
- Make sure not to overcrowd your carrots in the air-fryer, as they will cook much differently and steam more than crisp and caramelize.
❓FAQs
Candied or glazed carrots are best reheated in a sauté pan with a little bit of butter, which helps the sugars from burning. You can also reheat in your air fryer on 350 degrees F for about 3 to 4 minutes until warmed through. Check frequently to make sure they don't burn.
Many people don't mind eating carrots unpeeled, but it’s suggested that you thoroughly wash your carrots before eating.
Place and cool uncovered in an air-tight container. Cover and store in your refrigerator for up to 3 days. I recommend cooking just enough for each meal. This ensures better quality with your glazed carrots.
Air fryer: Reheat with fryer set on 350 degrees until warm, about 2 to 3 minutes. Sugar can burn easily, check them frequently.
Stovetop: Place your carrots into a sauté pan with a little butter and sauté until your carrots are heated through
✔️ More Air Fryer Vegetable Recipes
If you are looking for more delicious air fryer recipes with vegetables, be sure check out these options - from fresh or frozen. Enjoy!
- Green Beans Recipe
- Frozen Green Beans
- Cauliflower
- Frozen Cauliflower
- Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
- Frozen Brussel Sprouts
- Broccoli
- Broccoli and Cauliflower
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Recipe
Balsamic Glazed Air Fryer Carrots
Ingredients
- 16 ounces carrots (peeled and cut into 2" pieces, halve large pieces lengthwise)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons honey
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze (purchase from the store or make homemade)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 390°F
- In a large bowl, toss carrots with olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Working in 2 batches, transfer carrots to air fryer basket. Air fry, stirring halfway, for 9 to 11 minutes or until tender. Repeat with the second batch.
- Transfer cooked carrots to a bowl and toss with balsamic glaze, butter, and fresh chives. Adjust seasoning if needed. Serve
Notes
- Don't miss all of our helpful hints, substitution ideas, cooking tips, and other delicious recipes that can be found in our post. Check it out!
- TOP TIPS: Every air fryer is slightly different, adjust cooking time accordingly.
- SUBSTITUTIONS: save time and use a 1-pound package of baby-cut carrots. Substitute maple syrup for honey. Make it extra pretty with multicolored carrots.
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