Description
Easy Air Fryer Butternut Squash is a quick and delicious side dish that showcases the natural sweetness of butternut squash, perfectly caramelized in the air fryer. With minimal ingredients and a hassle-free cooking process, this vibrant dish is ideal for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Experience tender, crispy bites that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 lbs), peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Peel the butternut squash, cut off both ends, and slice in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds and dice into 1-inch cubes.
- In a large bowl, toss the cubed squash with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cinnamon until evenly coated.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Place the seasoned squash in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 15-20 minutes, shaking halfway through until golden brown and fork-tender.
- Serve warm, optionally drizzled with balsamic glaze or garnished with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg