Air Fryer Acorn Squash

Recipe by Aimee

Air fryer acorn squash halves are the perfect fall treat. The acorn squash roasts perfectly in the air fryer and is a delicious way to enjoy winter squash.

5 from 31 votes

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Course Main Course, Side Dish, Vegetable

Cuisine American

Servings

Calories 249 kcal

Equipment

Air Fryer

Ingredients

1 acorn squash
1 Tablespoon olive oil
salt
pepper
butter optional

Instructions

Take acorn squash and slice in half through the stem. Scoop out the seeds from each half.
Drizzle the yellow squash faces with olive oil and brush or rub into the surface. Season with salt and pepper.
Place in air fryer basket, face side down. Air fry for 20 minutes at 380 degrees F.
Flip the squash so that it is skin side down (face side up) and place a pat of butter in the center of each squash half (if desired). Air fry for another 7-10 minutes until squash is fork tender.
Remove from air fryer basket and enjoy.

Notes

All air fryers cook differently. Check frequently for doneness and adjust cook times as needed.
The acorn squash seeds can be saved and roasted, either in the air fryer or oven.
The squash can be used in a variety of ways, including just scooping and eating, slicing and eating, or using in a soup.

Nutrition

Calories: 249kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 2gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 329mgPotassium: 753mgFiber: 3gSugar: 0.01gVitamin A: 1141IUVitamin C: 24mgCalcium: 75mgIron: 2mg

If nutrition info is shown, values are based on an online calculator and are estimates. Please verify using your own data.

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