Air Fryer Butternut Squash

Ingredients:

1. One medium (2-pound) butternut squash
2. Two tablespoons of olive oil

3. One teaspoon of salt
4. Half a teaspoon black pepper
5. Half a teaspoon of optional garlic powder
6. Half a teaspoon of optional paprika

*Guides*

1. Set the air fryer’s temperature to 400°F, or 200°C.
2. Cut the butternut squash into 1-inch cubes after peeling and seeding it.
3. Combine squash, garlic powder, salt, pepper, olive oil, and paprika (if using) in a bowl.
4. Place the squash in the air fryer basket in a single layer; if needed, cook it in batches.
5. Cook, shaking halfway through, until soft and caramelized, 12 to 15 minutes.
6. Warm up and serve.

*Modifications*
1. To make it sweeter, add brown sugar.
2. Add chopped fresh herbs (thyme, sage) and stir.
3. Add various seasonings (coriander, cumin).
4. Add chopped nuts or crispy bacon on top.

*Approximate nutritional information
Each portion (one cup cooked):
1. 60 calories
2. 0.5g of fat
3. 15g of carbohydrates
4. 3g of fiber
5. 1g of protein
6. 200% DV for vitamin A

*Advice*
1. Select heavy, firm squash.
2. To make peeling easier, use a vegetable peeler.
3. The size of the squash and the type of air fryer can affect the cooking time.
4. Add to pasta dishes, salads, or soups, or serve as a side dish.