Easy Air Fryer Acorn Squash Recipe

Hey y’all! Today, I’ve got some fantastic recipes featuring one of my favorite ingredients - squash! Whether it’s acorn squash, butternut squash, crookneck squash, or yellow squash, these recipes will have you drooling and coming back for seconds. So grab your trusty air fryer and let’s get cookin'!

Air Fryer Acorn Squash

First up, we have an easy and delicious recipe for Air Fryer Acorn Squash. This dish is the perfect combination of sweet and savory, and it’s oh-so-easy to make. Here’s what you’ll need:

### Ingredients:

• 1 acorn squash, halved and seeds removed
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F.
2. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
3. Brush the mixture over the cut sides of the acorn squash.
4. Place the squash halves in the air fryer, cut side up.
5. Cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the squash is tender. You can check for doneness by inserting a fork into the flesh of the squash - it should slide in easily.
6. Remove the squash from the air fryer and let it cool slightly before serving.

That’s it! You’ve got yourself a delicious side dish that pairs perfectly with any meal. The air fryer gives the squash a caramelized exterior and a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Trust me, you’ll be hooked!

Air Fryer Butternut Squash with Garlic Ginger Honey Butter

If you’re a fan of butternut squash, then you’re in for a treat! This recipe takes butternut squash to a whole new level with the addition of a flavorful garlic ginger honey butter. Here’s what you’ll need:

### Ingredients:

• 1 butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into cubes
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon grated ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and black pepper.
3. Place the butternut squash cubes in a large bowl and pour the butter mixture over the top. Toss until the squash is evenly coated.
4. Transfer the squash to the air fryer basket, spreading it out in an even layer.
5. Cook for 12-15 minutes, or until the squash is tender and slightly caramelized.
6. Remove the squash from the air fryer and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Prepare to be amazed by the incredible flavors of this dish. The sweet and savory honey butter perfectly complements the natural sweetness of the butternut squash. It’s a match made in culinary heaven!

Air Fryer Squash (Summer Squash / Yellow Squash)

Next on our squash-filled journey, we have a simple yet delicious recipe for Air Fryer Squash using summer squash or yellow squash. Here’s what you’ll need:

### Ingredients:

• 2 small yellow squash, sliced into rounds
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika

Instructions:

1. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F.
2. In a large bowl, toss the sliced yellow squash with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
3. Place the seasoned squash in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
4. Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping the squash halfway through, until it’s golden brown and tender.
5. Remove the squash from the air fryer and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

This recipe is perfect for those summer months when yellow squash is in abundance. The air fryer gives the squash a nice crispy exterior while keeping the inside tender and flavorful. It’s a healthy and delicious side dish that will impress your family and friends!

So there you have it - three incredible air fryer recipes featuring different varieties of squash. Whether you’re a fan of acorn squash, butternut squash, or yellow squash, these recipes are sure to satisfy your cravings. Give them a try and let me know what you think!

Happy cooking!