Air Fryer Butternut Squash
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Servings
4 Servings
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Calories
167 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
Air Fryer Butternut Squash
Description
Air Fryer Butternut Squash combines peeled, seeded, and diced butternut squash seasoned with fresh thyme, smoked paprika, nutmeg, salt, and extra virgin olive oil. The squash is cooked at 400°F in an air fryer for about 25 minutes, shaking midway to ensure even cooking. The roasting process in the air fryer creates a tender interior with lightly crisped edges and enhances the natural sweetness of the squash. A drizzle of honey applied just after cooking adds a delicate balance to the savory spices and herbs.
The flavors in this dish develop through a blend of aromatic herbs and warm spices, with thyme providing herbal notes and smoked paprika adding depth and slight smokiness. Nutmeg contributes a subtle earthiness that complements the butternut squash. This preparation highlights the texture contrast between the crisp exterior and the soft inside.
Serve this butternut squash as a side vegetable with roasted meats or grain bowls. It can also work well as a warm salad ingredient or as a component in fall-inspired dishes. The recipe's use of the air fryer makes for a quick and less oily alternative to roasting in the oven.
Depending on your air fryer basket size, cooking in batches may be necessary for even heat circulation and proper cooking. Shake or stir the squash halfway through to avoid sticking and promote consistent browning. The honey drizzle should be added immediately after cooking while the squash is still warm to enhance the sweet-savory flavor balance.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds butternut squash about 6 cups, peeled, seeded, diced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt or to taste
- a pinch nutmeg ground
- 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
- honey about 1-2 tablespoons, for drizzling
Instructions
- Set your air fryer to 400F/205C
- Add the diced butternut to a large bowl. Add the thyme, the salt, the smoked paprika, the nutmeg and the olive oil and stir to combine.
- Add the seasoned butternut squash to the air fryer basket. Air fry for 25 minutes, shaking it halfway.*
- Remove the air fried butternut squash from the air fryer basket and place it in a bowl or plate. Drizzle with honey while it's hot. Sprinkle in serving salt if you'd like and serve.
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Notes
- Cook the squash in batches if your air fryer basket is small to ensure even cooking and avoid overcrowding.
- Shake the basket halfway through cooking to promote even browning and prevent sticking.
- Drizzle honey while the squash is hot to help it absorb the sweetness better.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 167 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 167kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Sodium | 882mg | 37% |
| Potassium | 821mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 24438IU | 489% |
| Vitamin C | 50mg | 56% |
| Calcium | 118mg | 12% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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