Air Fryer Butternut Squash Recipe
Air Fryer Butternut Squash is a quick, easy, and delicious way to make perfectly tender and caramelized butternut squash. Made with less oil and simple seasonings, it's the perfect fall side dish!
Servings: 4 as a side
Ingredients
- 1 medium butternut squash approx. 3-4 cups, peeled and cubed
- 2 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Fresh parsley to garnish, optional
Instructions
- Spray the inside basket of the air fryer with non-stick cooking spray and preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
- Place the peeled and cubed butternut squash in a large bowl and toss with the olive oil, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder. Transfer the squash to the air fryer basket arranged in a single layer.
- Air fry for 10 minutes, remove the basket and gently stir. Continue to cook for an additional 5-10 minutes or until the squash is tender and caramelized around the edges.
Notes
- As written, this recipe is gluten-free and vegan.
- For sweet butternut squash, try tossing it with 1 tablespoon oil, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon before cooking.
- Keep leftovers stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or in your air fryer preheated to 380 degrees F for 2-3 minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 105kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 589mg | Potassium: 670mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 19933IU | Vitamin C: 39mg | Calcium: 93mg | Iron: 1mg
