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If you’re looking for a healthy and delicious side dish to add to your holiday table, look no further than this Air Fryer Butternut Squash recipe. With its crispy exterior and tender interior, this dish is sure to impress both your taste buds and your dinner guests.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
It’s deliciously healthy! By using the air fryer, you can achieve that crispy texture without all the added oil. Plus, butternut squash is packed with vitamins and minerals, making it a nutritious addition to any meal.
It’s easily customizable! The great thing about this air fryer butternut squash recipe is that it can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences. You can experiment with different seasonings like cinnamon, cumin, or chili powder to add a unique twist to the dish. Additionally, you can also adjust the cooking time in the air fryer depending on how crispy or tender you want the squash to be.
Air Fryer Butternut Squash Ingredients
To make air fryer squash, you will need the following ingredients (go to the recipe below for exact quantities and instructions):
- Butternut squash
- Extra Virgin Olive oil
- Garlic powder
- Italian seasoning
- Paprika
- Salt and pepper
- Fresh parsley
How to Make Butternut Squash in Air Fryer
- Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees.
- Place the olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt and pepper in a large mixing bowl and whisk to combine.
- Add the butternut squash cubes to the bowl and toss to coat.
- Transfer the butternut squash to the air fryer basket and air fry for 8-10 minutes.
- Remove the basket from the air fryer and shake the basket. Air fry for another 8-10 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley.
Storage Instructions
Cooked butternut squash will last up to 4 days in an air-tight container in the refrigerator.
Serving Suggestions
Butternut Squash can easily be incorporated into a main dish, such as pasta, or star as side dish. The beautiful color of this squash brightens any holiday spread. Here are some suggestions on what to pair with butternut squash:
FAQs
Generally, squash purchased from a grocery store will already be ripe. First check the skin color – a ripe butternut squash will have a deep tan or beige color. The skin should also be firm and free from any soft spots or blemishes. Additionally, the stem of the squash should be dry and corky. If you gently tap on the squash, it should sound hollow, indicating that it is fully mature. Lastly, a ripe butternut squash will feel heavy for its size.
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Air Fryer Butternut Squash
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 lb. butternut squash peeled and cubed
- 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees.
- Place the olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt and pepper in a large mixing bowl and whisk to combine.
- Add the butternut squash cubes to the bowl and toss to coat.
- Transfer the butternut squash to the air fryer basket and air fry for 8-10 minutes.
- Remove the basket from the air fryer and shake the basket. Air fry for another 8-10 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
The nutrition information is calculated using online nutrition calculators and may not be accurate. It is provided as a general guide only.
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