Air Fryer Acorn Squash
If you are looking for a simple side dish for thanksgiving or a main dish, air fryer acorn squash fits the bill.
Servings: 2
Calories: 122kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 acorn squash
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper powder
- pinch of salt
- 2 teaspoon olive oil
Instructions
- First, start by preheating your air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Then, wash the acorn squash and remove any loose dirt sticking to the surface.
- It might seem intimidating if you have never cut an acorn squash before. But not to worry, it's super easy to do. You just need a sharp knife and a chopping board.
- Cut the squash in half lengthwise and scoop the seeds with a spoon.1 acorn squash
- Brush the acorn squash halves with oil and sprinkle salt and pepper.¼ teaspoon black pepper powder, 2 teaspoon olive oil, pinch of salt
- Place acorn squash halves in the Air fryer basket (optionally on parchment paper).
- Air fry at 400F for 20 minutes. When it's cooked, the top should be golden and tested with a fork to see if it's soft.
- If the squash is not forked tender, cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Serve warm, or stuff with your favorite filling.
Notes
- Place the squash cut side on top inside the air fryer basket.
- If you don't have an air fryer, you can roast the squash in an oven. Preheat the oven to 425 F and roast for 25 - 30 minutes.
- The cook time will vary depending on the type of air fryer. I used a 5 Qt air fryer.
- For a sweeter dish, add a tablespoon of maple syrup or honey to the oil before brushing it onto the squash.
- Choose small size acorn squash, so they fit in the air fryer.
- The skin of acorn squash is edible after air frying. But that is optional.
Nutrition
Calories: 122kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 7mg | Potassium: 748mg | Fiber: 3g | Vitamin A: 791IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 71mg | Iron: 2mg