Description
A simple yet flavorful air fryer butternut squash recipe that highlights the natural sweetness of the squash.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and thyme.
- Toss until the squash is evenly coated.
- Place the butternut squash in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Air fry for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through for even cooking.
- Check for tenderness and adjust cooking time if necessary.
- Remove from the air fryer and serve hot.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add cayenne pepper.
- Try different herbs like rosemary or sage for variation.
- Garnish with fresh herbs or a drizzle of balsamic glaze for plating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 83
- Sugar: 3.2g
- Sodium: 286mg
- Fat: 4.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3.2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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