From lattes to pies, pumpkin reminds me of the flavor of fall. But have you ever tried Air Fryer Pumpkin? I love how it cuts down on cooking time and also produces a perfectly crispy exterior and a soft and flavorful interior.
Ingredients
- 1 Pumpkin Look for pumpkin labeled as “Sugar Pumpkin” or “Pie Pumpkin” These pumpkins are best for cooking and roasting. They are sweet and flavorful.
- 1 Tablespoon Avocado Oil Or extra virgin olive oil, coconut oil
- 1 Tablespoon seasoning veggie blend The one I use is Mrs. Dash Salt free Seasoning Blend
- ¼ teaspoon Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
Instructions
- Pick a Pumpkin. First, you’ll need a sweet sugar pumpkin (or pie pumpkin). Wash the exterior, cut the stem off (sometimes called “handle”), then cut it in half, and, using a large spoon, scoop out the seeds.
Then cut each half into wedges. Coat them in a tablespoon of melted coconut oil. You can use other oils like olive or avocado as well, or you can spritz them with oil spray. For seasoning, we recommend using a simple mix of salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and cinnamon. Be sure to coat the wedges evenly with the mix.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375F (190°C). Once it’s ready, place the wedges in the air fryer basket. Ensure that the wedges are not overcrowded, and they have enough space to cook evenly. Yes, you can use parchment paper for an easy clean-up.
Cook for 10 minutes, then carefully pull the basket out of the air fryer. Using tongs, flip the pumpkin wedges over to cook on the other side. Fry again for another 10 minutes, making sure to keep an eye on the pumpkin’s progress.
- When the air fryer pumpkin wedges are cooked, remove them onto a serving dish. You will see that the edges are crispy while the insides are tender and perfectly roasted
Oven roasting directions
- Heat the oven to 400°F (200C)
Wash the exterior, cut the stem off (sometimes called “handle”), then cut it in half, and, using a large spoon, scoop out the seeds.
Then cut each half into wedges. Coat them in a tablespoon of melted coconut oil. You can use other oils like olive or avocado as well, or you can spritz them with oil spray. For seasoning, we recommend using a simple mix of salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and cinnamon. Be sure to coat the wedges evenly with the mix.
Rub the pumpkin pieces with oil, seasoning blend, sprinkle with Himalayan salt to taste Sprinkle the tops with cinnamon
Arrange pumpkin wedges on the baking sheet. Roast for 30-40 minutes or until fork tender.
Puree (optional): Transfer the pumpkin flesh to a food processor and puree until smooth.
Notes
Which Pumpkin is Best for Roasting?
When it comes to roasted pumpkin, pick a variety that is both flavorful and meaty. Look for pumpkins with dense and sweet flesh, like sugar pumpkins or pie pumpkins, which are both perfect for roasting. These types of pumpkins have less water content, making them more suitable for air frying. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can also try roasting Air Fryer Butternut Squash or Acorn Squash.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 87kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 3gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 90mgPotassium: 803mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 19339IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 3mg