Air Fried Acorn Squash
What a perfect side dish air fried acorn squash is! We’re obsessed with air frying all types of squash. Our popular summer squash and butternut squash air fryer recipes have been a hit with our Air fryer club. Before serving, it is extra delicious to add an extra drizzle of melted butter, chopped roasted nuts, and pomegranate seeds.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 126kcal
Ingredients
- 1 acorn squash
- 3 Tablespoons (45 g) butter , melted
- 2 teaspoons (10 g) brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 g) kosher salt , or to taste
- Black pepper , to taste
Optional Toppings:
- melted butter
- chopped roasted nuts
- pomegranate seeds
Equipment
Instructions
- Trim the top & bottom off the acorn squash, and then cut the squash in half from top to bottom.
- Scrap out the seeds. Lay the squash cut side down on the cutting board, and cut the squash into half rings, about 1/2-inch thick.
- In a bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, salt and pepper. Toss the acorn squash rings in the butter mixture until well coated. Place in the air fryer basket.
- Air Fry at 375°F for about 15-20 minutes or until tender, flipping the squash after the first 10 minutes.
- If desired, put on your serving platter, then drizzle with a little melted butter, chopped nuts, and pomegrante seeds. Taste for seasoning and add a little more salt & pepper if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 126kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 369mg | Potassium: 374mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 658IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 1mg