Air Fryer Butternut Squash
Perfectly roasted butternut squash made easy in the air fryer. Tender, caramelized, and ready in just 30 minutes with minimal prep.
30 mins
30 mins
Ingredients
Equipment Needed
- air fryer
Ingredients
Equipment Needed
- air fryer
Instructions
- 1
Prepare squash
Cut butternut squash in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds and pulp.
- 2
Season squash
Brush or spray squash with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- 3
Air fry cut side down
Place in the air fryer, cut side down and cook at 350°F for 20 minutes.
- 4
Flip and finish cooking
Turn over and cook for an additional 10 minutes face up, or until tender when pierced with a fork. Larger squash may need longer to cook.
- 5
Serve
Slice or mash, as desired.
Cook's Notes
A larger squash might need additional time to cook. Start with 30 minutes and extend if the flesh isn't easy to insert a fork into. All air fryers have different wattage and may cook at different rates. You may need to adjust the time or temp for the best results.
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