Air Fryer Pumpkin
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Air Fryer Pumpkin
Description
The Air Fryer Pumpkin recipe uses approximately 2 pounds of peeled and cubed sugar pumpkin coated evenly with avocado oil and seasonings including garlic powder, ground cinnamon, and kosher salt. The seasoned cubes are arranged in a single layer in an air fryer preheated to 380°F and cooked for 18-20 minutes, with a basket shake halfway through to ensure even cooking. Alternatively, the pumpkin can be roasted in a 425°F oven on a sheet pan, turning midway through a 25-30 minute cook time for even caramelization.
This method yields cubes that are tender inside with a lightly browned, flavorful outside. The seasoning combination adds gentle warmth from the cinnamon balanced with garlic and salt, enhancing the pumpkin’s mild sweetness. Variations in seasoning and cut shape can tailor the flavor profile and cooking time to preference.
The dish can be garnished with sauces such as lemon tahini or garlic herb yogurt for extra complexity, and cut sizes should be uniform for consistency in cooking. Air fryer baskets should not be overcrowded to maintain crispness, so cooking in batches may be necessary.
Ingredients
- 2 pound pumpkin use a sugar pumpkin or another variety
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil or olive oil
Seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt adjust to taste
Instructions
- Peel and cube the pumpkin into 3/4 inch pieces.
- Transfer the pumpkin to a bowl. Add the avocado oil and seasonings. Toss them well, so they are all coated with the seasoning.
- Preheat the air fryer to 380°F. Add the seasoned pumpkin to the air fryer and spread them in a single layer (cook in batches if needed).
- Air fryer for 18-20 minutes for the perfect texture. Shake the basket at about 10 minutes.
In Oven
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. Transfer the pumpkin to a large sheet pan. You can also add the avocado oil and seasonsings on the sheet pan.
- Spread evenly so they do not overlap. Cook for 25-30 minutes. Flip every 10-15 minutes for even cooking.
Notes
- Use culinary (edible) pumpkins such as sugar pumpkins, not decorative varieties.
- Cut pumpkin pieces uniformly (about 3/4 inch) for even cooking; adjust cooking time for different sizes.
- Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket; cook in batches if needed to ensure crisp edges.
- Flavor variations include using onion powder, cumin, red chili powder, paprika, or curry powder.
- Garnish options like lemon tahini sauce or garlic herb yogurt sauce complement the roasted pumpkin well.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 122 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 122kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 391mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 1033mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 25744IU | 515% |
| Vitamin C | 27mg | 30% |
| Calcium | 67mg | 7% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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