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butternut squash in air fryer

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A simple recipe for cooking butternut squash in an air fryer.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Peel and cube the butternut squash.
  3. In a bowl, toss the squash with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  4. Place the seasoned squash in the air fryer basket.
  5. Cook for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
  6. Check for tenderness; it should be easily pierced with a fork.
  7. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Adjust spices to your taste.
  • Cooking time may vary based on the size of the squash pieces.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 82
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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