Air Fryer Potatoes and Carrots

Name: Air Fryer Potatoes and Carrots
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 450 g Potatoes; 120 g Carrots; 1 teaspoon Salt; 1 teaspoon Chilli powder; 1 teaspoon Italian herbs; 1 tablespoon Lemon juice; 2 tablespoon Olive oil; few Cilantro leaves for garnishing

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You can never go wrong with these air fryer potatoes and carrots when looking for a healthy and yummy side or snack to go!! You only need potatoes, carrots, some seasonings, and an air fryer to prepare them. That’s it, and you are ready with super yummy crispy potatoes and carrot fries with minimal effort!!

white bowl of air fried potatoes and carrots finished with cilantro

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These air fry carrots and potatoes are so delicious plus super healthy that you don’t need to compromise on the taste and flavour you want. It is an effortless way to make these veggies, as you can do other work while veggies are cooking in an air fryer.

Needless to say, this recipe works with any vegetable. These air fryer roasted potatoes and carrots are tender inside and super crispy outside. Adding lemon juice to the veggies boosts the flavour of other herbs that tastes amazing!! The air fryer is the best way to make veggies healthily when a food craving hits!!

Ingredients

To make these crunchy air fry potato and carrots, you need:

Potatoes- Use any potatoes. I use Yukon gold potatoes for this recipe.
Carrots- I have orange carrots available here in Australia, so I am using them. Use any.
Seasoning - Oil, red chilli powder, Italian herbs, lemon Juice, and oil. I have used extra virgin olive oil to make these healthy air-fried potatoes and carrots.
Cilantro- Optional. It is for garnishing.

See the recipe card for quantities.

a white bowl full of carrots and potatoes cooked in air fryer garnished with cilantro.

How to cook potatoes and carrots in air fryer?

For the full recipe, check out the video below.

Cut potatoes and carrots after thoroughly washing them. I have peeled them to avoid any soil particles if present. Cut them as you like. I cut them into small and thin slices, as shown in the image below.

chopped carrots and potatoes on a chopping board.

Combine vegetables and all the other ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Mix well (image below).

all combined ingredients readyto be cooked.

Place these seasoned veggies in the air fryer. Set the temperature to 200°C for 20 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy from the outside (image below).

potatoes and carrots on wire rack of air fryer.

Garnish with fresh, finely chopped cilantro leaves. It is an optional step.
Serve warm roasted air fried potatoes and carrots, and enjoy the healthy veggies!

Variations

Add green chilies, schezwan sauce, or sriracha to make them spicy.
Oven bake is the other alternative to an air fryer if you don’t have a choice for an air fryer.
Add garlic powder to give them a garlicky flavour.
Use a handful of roasted pine nuts/ peanuts/almonds/walnuts for additional crunchiness.
Try other fresh herbs like parsley, mint, and rosemary for garnishing.

Equipment

I have air-fried carrots and potatoes in a Westinghouse oven with an air fryer for 20 minutes using a temperature of 200°C. Keep the veggies apart. If it is not possible, then flip the sides after some time to distribute the heat properly.

Use an air fryer you have, but watch out for cooking time.

What to serve with air fryer fries?

You can enjoy these air fryer carrot and potato fries with green dip, garlic dip, and avocado dip.
Make a yummy grain bowl by tossing it with quinoa, steamed rice, or fried rice.
These yummy crispy veggies go well with the soup.
Serve them with chicken chowmein or schezwan noodles.
For a hearty brunch enjoy them with fried eggs, scrambled eggs, omelets, or a poached egg.
Try this chicken drumsticks recipe to serve with these crunchy fries; you will go more!

roasted potatoes and carrots in a white bowl.

FAQs

Is it healthy to cook vegetables in an air fryer?

Cooked vegetables generally have lower nutritional value than raw ones, with nutrient loss varying based on the cooking method. The longer vegetables are exposed to heat and water, the more nutrients they lose.
Air frying is a healthier cooking option since it minimizes direct heat exposure that can degrade vitamins and minerals. Additionally, the air fryer helps maintain a crisp texture by keeping the surface of the vegetables dry.

How do you reheat air-fried potatoes and carrots leftovers?

You can reheat leftover air-fried potatoes and carrots in two ways:
Air Fryer: Reheat at 170°C for about 5 minutes or until warmed to your liking.
Oven: Bake at 180°C for 10 minutes, adding more time if required for desired crispiness.

How long to cook potatoes and carrots in air fryer

The air-frying time for potatoes and carrots depends on their size and thickness:
Small slices (1-inch pieces): 15-20 minutes at 200°C, shaking halfway.
Larger chunks: 25-30 minutes at 200°C, shaking occasionally.
Whole baby potatoes & carrots: 30-35 minutes at 200°C, flipping halfway.

Tips

Every air fryer is different, as is the cooking time. So adjust time accordingly.
Add spices/seasoning as per your liking.
Cut veggies into small chunks for a faster cooking process.
Store the leftovers in the refrigerator. Reheat before use.

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