Air Fryer Butternut Squash
A simple, tasty, and nutritious side dish, air-fried butternut squash preserves the natural sweetness of this golden vegetable while maintaining its ideal tenderness and slightly crunchy texture.
The air fryer is a convenient option for hectic weeknights or holiday dinners because it reduces cooking time while improving flavor. This recipe may be made into a nourishing, cozy, and warm complement to any dinner with a few basic seasonings.
Equipment:
Air Fryer
Ingredients:
1 butternut squash cubed
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons minced garlic or 1 teaspoon garlic powder
½teaspoon salt or to taste
¼teaspoon pepper or to taste
Instructions:
To make this easy air fryer recipe, use a sharp vegetable peeler and peel the butternut squash skin. Use a sharp chef knife, and cut squash halves, lengthwise, and then remove all seeds.
Cut the squash into cubes about the size of dice. I try to do 1-inch cubes. You can skip the steps if you use pre-cut butternut squash cubes.
In a medium or large bowl, add the butternut squash cubes, and toss the squash with olive oil and seasonings.
Once pieces of squash are well coated, in a single layer, pour seasoned squash pieces into the air fryer basket.
Cook butternut squash on Air Fry, at 400 degrees F for 16 to 18 minutes cook time, until squash is crispy and tender to your liking. Shake the basket halfway during the cooking process.
Season cooked squash with additional salt and pepper to taste.
Notes:
If using a larger squash, cook in two batches so the squash is not too stacked or overlapping while cooking.
Because all air fryer are different, cooking times may vary.
Try to cut pieces into similar sizes to help ensure even cooking. If using large pieces, cooking times may need an extra minute or two.
Nutrition:
Calories: 119kcal Carbohydrates: 23g Protein: 2g Fat: 4g Saturated Fat: 1g Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g Monounsaturated Fat: 3g Sodium: 299mg Potassium: 672mg Fiber: 4g Sugar: 4g Vitamin A: 19932IU Vitamin C: 40mg Calcium: 95mg Iron: 1mg
Concluding Remarks:
In addition to being incredibly delicious, Air Fryer Butternut Squash has many health advantages. Packed with vitamins A, C, and E, it promotes healthy eyes, radiant skin, and immunity. Antioxidants help shield the body from inflammation, and its high fiber content facilitates digestion and prolongs feelings of fullness. This healthy side dish, which is low in calories but naturally sweet and filling, is a guilt-free way to enjoy comfort cuisine.