Air Fryer Roasted Butternut Squash are bite-sized cubes that are tender, sweet, and spicy making a great accompaniment to any meal. Vegan, Gluten-free, Low Carb, Whole-30, Paleo-friendly.
I love cooking fresh seasonal produce, and Butternut squash is a Fall/Autumn staple and one such versatile vegetable that is perfect for soups, pasta, roasting, stews, purees, mashes, side dishes, and desserts.
Benefits of Butternut Squash
Butternut squash is an excellent source of provitamin A carotenoids, vitamin C, B vitamins, potassium, magnesium, and manganese. The high antioxidant content of butternut squash may reduce your risk of certain conditions, including heart disease, lung cancer, and mental decline.
Air Fryer Butternut Squash Ingredients
You will only need a few easy-to-find ingredients to make this easy air fryer roasted Butternut Squash recipe.
- Butternut Squash – Pick the squash with a nice beige-ish color, firm, heavy for its weight and without any deep cuts or bruises. If you do not have time, then peeled and pre-cut squash is available in the grocery stores.
- Extra-virgin olive oil – is ideal for roasting and helps to crisp up the Butternut Squash in the air fryer. You may also use avocado or grapeseed oil.
- Spices – Added garlic powder, salt and freshly ground pepper. You may also use freshly minced garlic to this recipe instead of garlic powder.
How to Roast Butternut Squash in Air Fryer
Peel and cut the butternut squash into ¾ inch cubes for even and quick cooking.
Transfer the butternut squash to a bowl. Add olive oil and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss them well, so they are all coated with the seasoning.
Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (190°C). Add the seasoned butternut squash to the air fryer basket and spread them in a single layer (cook in batches if required).
Air fryer them at 380°F (190°C) for 16-18 minutes or until slightly brown on the edge and crisp. Shake the basket halfway through. Mine was cooked perfectly in 16 minutes.
Roasted butternut squash is ready. Remove it on a serving plate and serve it immediately.
How to Roast Sweet Potatoes in the Oven
Preheat the oven to 400°F. Transfer the diced butternut squash to a baking sheet. You can add oil and seasonings to the sheet tray itself.
Spread them evenly in a single layer and cook for about 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown around the edges (time may vary based on the size of your cubes). You may have to turn them once halfway through.
Serving Suggestion
Serve air-fried roasted butternut squash as a side dish with veggie burgers, sandwiches. They can also be added to soups, salads, pasta, or enjoyed as an appetizer.
Expert Tips & Notes
- Dice them into the same size: This helps for quick and even cooking.
- Cook in batches. Make sure to spread the butternut squash in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overcrowding, so that the veggies don't steam. Cook in batches if needed.
- Shake the basket halfway: It's important to shake the basket halfway through to allow the sweet potatoes to be cooked evenly.
- Serve them right away: These crispy roasted butternut squash get soggy as they sit and cool.
- You may also get store brought pre-cut butternut squash and use them in this recipe.
- The exact cooking time will vary based on the air fryer being used.
Seasoning Variations
- Lemon wedges: Add a fresh squeeze of lemon juice right before serving.
- Cheese: Sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan cheese over the roasted sweet potatoes.
- Herbs: add Italian seasoning or freshly chopped parsley or cilantro.
- Spices: You can also add ground cumin, turmeric, red chili powder, and garam masala for an Indian twist. Taco seasoning or Fajita Seasoning for Tex-Mex twist before roasting.
- Sweet: You can add ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon and ½ tablespoon honey or sugar before roasting.
FAQs
Yes, butternut squash is low-carb or keto-friendly if consumed in moderation. Consult your nutritionist if you are on a strict KETO diet.
I don't recommend using frozen butternut squash in this recipe. They have high moisture content, and hence it's difficult to crisp up the squash.
If you want to save time on peeling and cutting squash, buy pre-cut cubed butternut squash available in the grocery stores.
To Store: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. Not freezer friendly once roasted.
To Reheat: To reheat your roasted butternut squash, warm them using the microwave or Air fry at 380°F for about 2-3 minutes.
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Air Fryer Roasted Butternut Squash
Equipment
Ingredients
Measuring cup used 1 cup = 250 ml
- 1 small butternut squash (about 1.2 pounds) peeled and cut into ¾ inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Peel and cut the butternut squash into ¾-inch cubes for even and quick cooking.
- Transfer the butternut squash to a bowl. Add olive oil and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss them well, so they are all coated with the seasoning.
- Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (190°C). Add the seasoned butternut squash to the air fryer basket and spread them in a single layer (cook in batches if required).
- Air fryer them at 380°F (190°C) for 16-18 minutes or until slightly brown on the edge and crisp. Shake the basket halfway through. Mine was cooked perfectly in 16 minutes.
- Roasted butternut squash is ready. Remove it in a serving plate and serve it immediately.
Oven Method:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Transfer the diced butternut squash to a baking sheet. You can add oil and seasonings to the sheet tray itself.Spread them evenly in a single layer and cook for about 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown around the edges (time may vary based on the size of your cubes). You may have to turn them once halfway through.
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Notes
Expert Tips & Notes
- Dice them into the same size: This helps for quick and even cooking.
- Cook in batches. Make sure to spread the butternut squash in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overcrowding, so that the veggies don't steam. Cook in batches if needed.
- Shake the basket halfway: It's important to shake the basket halfway through to allow the sweet potatoes to be cooked evenly.
- Serve them right away: These crispy roasted butternut squash get soggy as they sit and cool.
- You may also get store brought pre-cut butternut squash and use them in this recipe.
- The exact cooking time will vary based on the air fryer being used.
Seasoning Variations
- Lemon wedges: Add a fresh squeeze of lemon juice right before serving.
- Cheese: Sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan cheese over the roasted sweet potatoes.
- Herbs: add Italian seasoning or freshly chopped parsley or cilantro.
- Spices: You can also add ground cumin, turmeric, red chili powder, and garam masala for an Indian twist. Taco seasoning or Fajita Seasoning for Tex-Mex twist before roasting.
- Sweet: You can add ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon and ½ tablespoon honey or sugar before roasting.
Nutrition
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