Caramelised Air Fryer Carrots Recipe

For a quick and delicious side dish, these caramelised air fryer carrots are a game-changer. Lightly crisp on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with natural sweetness, they’re elevated by the signature crunch of Maldon Sea Salt flakes. This effortless recipe takes 15 minutes at 200°C, making it the perfect addition to weeknight meals or special occasions.

Pair these sweet and savoury carrots with roast meats for a classic combination, or toss them into warm salads for a burst of flavour and texture. The air fryer ensures perfectly caramelised edges with minimal effort, letting the natural flavours shine with just a hint of seasoning. Simple, quick, and incredibly satisfying!

How to air-fry carrots perfectly

1. Make sure the carrots are scrubbed clean and preheat the air fryer to 200c. There is a no need to peel the carrots or remove the tops.
2. Place the carrots into the basket and drizzle with the olive oil and honey, then place into the air fryer for 15 minutes until they are tender and starting to caramelize on the outside.
3. Remove from the air fryer and transfer onto a serving platter. Season with Maldon Sea Salt and cracked black pepper to taste and then scatter over a few thyme leaves before serving.

Recipes to make with carrots

Here are a few delicious carrot recipes to try out during the week. Each recipe brings out the natural sweetness of carrots, beautifully balance by the clean, crisp finish of Maldon Sea Salt flakes.

Lemon & Honey Roasted Carrots

Transform your ordinary carrots with a beautiful lemon and honey glaze. When roasted, carrots give a delicious, sweet and earthy taste. When paired with lemon, it adds a tasty citrusy kick, whilst a generous smothering of honey enhances the natural sweetness of the carrots.

Spiced Roasted Carrots and Hazelnuts with Silky Butter Bean Mash

This recipe was created by Rukmini Iyer, a celebrated author and culinary innovator, known as the queen of fuss-free flavour. The dish focuses on roasting carrots with coriander seeds under foil whilst making a rich, silky butter bean mash to pair with the carrots and soak up any leftover juices.

Chickpea Salad with Baby Carrots

This versatile chickpea salad is perfect as a min dish, a side, or even for meal prep. Combining the creaminess of chickpeas with the vibrant pomegranate seeds, butternut squash and crunchy baby carrots, this dish is a flavour-packed powerhouse! A generous pinch of Maldon Garlic Sea Salt flakes elevates the flavours, making it the perfect plant-based option for any day of the week.