Healthy Recipes Cooking Methods Healthy Air Fryer Recipes Air-Fryer Butternut Squash 5.0 (1) 1 Review Butternut squash gets tender with slightly crispy edges when it's cooked in the air fryer. The simple seasonings here complement the subtle sweetness from the squash. Serve this quick and easy side dish with just about anything, from roast chicken to pork. By Jasmine Smith Jasmine Smith Jasmine Smith has a blends of academic training in Culinary Nutrition and Food Science with hands-on experience while working in restaurants and volunteering at food-driven events. Jasmine continues to share her knowledge on wholesome eating with approachable cooking skills she acquired while working in the restaurant industry. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on April 19, 2024 Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters. Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD Jessica Ball, M.S., RD, is nutrition editor for EatingWell. She is a registered dietitian with a master's in food, nutrition and sustainability. In addition to EatingWell, her work has appeared in Food & Wine, Real Simple, Parents, Better Homes and Gardens and MyRecipes. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Rate PRINT Share Trending Videos Close this video player Photo: Caitlin Bensel Active Time: 5 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings: 4 Nutrition Profile: Nut-Free Dairy-Free Soy-Free Vegan Vegetarian Egg-Free Gluten-Free Jump to Nutrition Facts Ingredients 1 medium butternut squash, cubed (3/4-inch; about 4 cups) 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil ½ teaspoon ground paprika ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon ground pepper ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder Directions Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes. Meanwhile, toss squash, oil, paprika, salt, pepper and garlic powder together in a large bowl. Lightly coat the fry basket with cooking spray. Add the prepared squash to the basket; cook for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, open the fryer and lightly toss the squash to redistribute; cook until lightly browned and crispy on edges, about 10 minutes more. Equipment Air fryer Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, July 2021 Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 84 Calories 2g Fat 17g Carbs 2g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Serving Size 1/2 cup Calories 84 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 17g 6% Dietary Fiber 3g 11% Total Sugars 3g Protein 2g 4% Total Fat 2g 3% Vitamin A 15024IU 300% Sodium 151mg 7% Potassium 503mg 11% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved