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Air Fryer Acorn Squash

Air Fryer Acorn Squash

Anjali
This air fryer acorn squash recipe delivers the perfect balance of savory and sweet in just 30 minutes. With only 235 calories per serving and packed with vitamins A and C, this naturally gluten-free recipe proves that nutritious cooking can be both simple and delicious.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 0
Calories 235 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Sharp Knife
  • Small Bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole acorn squash
  • 2 tablespoons butter dairy or dairy-free (melted)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions
 

  • Wash the acorn squash to remove any dirt. With a sharp knife, cut the acorn squash in half. Use a spoon to remove the seeds from the squash.
  • Place the squash halves into the air fryer basket. (Please note that you may only be able to fit one in at a time with some air fryers.)
  • In a small bowl add the brown sugar, cinnamon and melted butter. Stir to combine, then spilt the mixture into the acorn squash halves.
  • Air Fry the squash halves for 20-25 minutes at 400F/204C.

Nutrition

Calories: 235kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 111mgPotassium: 748mgFiber: 4gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 1146IUVitamin C: 24mgCalcium: 88mgIron: 2mg
Keyword air fryer recipes, healthy side dish, roasted squash, vegetarian sides, winter vegetables
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