Easy Fried Squash In Air Fryer

This fried squash in air fryer recipe only takes 15 minutes to make with 5 pantry ingredients! Cooking veggies to perfection is not always easy. But if you have an air fryer, that’s a different story! 

These fried yellow squash bites make an effortless side dish or appetizer. You can serve them at family barbecues, thanksgiving dinners, or friends gatherings.

You can make this recipe with different vegetables as well. And by adding a different spice you change the dynamic of the dish. Plus, you can serve this sweet or savory up to your preference. 

Well, so, how to make it? Coat your diced squash in a little oil and air fry – it’s really that easy!  These air fryer butternut squash bites are too good to miss! 🤗

Fried Butternut Squash In Air Fryer – Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• It’s a simple snack that only has 5 ingredients. Most of which are already in your kitchen.
• These can also be served as an easy side dish or appetizer.
• Cooking time is also fast. This is great when you need something quick.
• You’ll use less oil by air frying.
• You can also use this easy recipe for other vegetables found in your backyard garden, like carrots, and asparagus, or air fryer zucchini.

Ingredients For This Air Fryer Squash

• 2 cups butternut squash
• 2 large cloves garlic
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper

How To Make This Air Fryer Squash Recipe

1. Slice the squash into cubes and place them in a bowl.
2. Chop the garlic finely and add it to the bowl with the squash slices. Season with salt and ground black pepper. Toss.
3. Drizzle olive oil and mix, coating everything.
4. Arrange the squash in a single layer in the Air Fryer basket. Cook the squash for 15 minutes at 400 degrees F. Pierce a piece of squash with a fork to check doneness. If it goes through easily the squash is done. Do this in batches until all are cooked. Serve warm with maple syrup in a small bowl as a dip. (* optional).

Tips, Variations, And Substitutions

🎃 Garlic powder – If you want a more savory, garlicky snack then sprinkle this as well when you season your squash.

🎃 Onion powder – This is a great combination with garlic powder and will give you a sweet oniony taste.

🎃 Vegan parmesan cheese – For a cheesy element, add this to this recipe as well. This will also crisp up in the air fryer too.

🎃 Paprika – For a smoky flavor and an attractive red color, you may also use paprika to spice up your air fried squash.

🎃 Panko or plain breadcrumbs – You can also cover your squash with breading. Adding breadcrumbs will allow you to get crispy diced pieces. Plus breaded squash also looks appetizing.

To do this, you must set up a breading station. 3 separate plates of starch sprinkled with spices and flavorings (like flour or cornstarch), flax egg, and bread crumbs. Coat the squash cubes in each of the plates.

Apply cooking spray to the basket and air fry. Leave enough space to allow the heat to circulate. Adjust the cooking time until they turn golden brown. This makes a great side dish as well.

🎃 Red pepper flakes – You can add this as a garnish to your squash. It will give a little bit of heat and is another way to enjoy this recipe. The amount depends on personal preference.

🎃 Oregano – Add this to make your squash more aromatic and savory.

🎃 Vegan aioli or mayonnaise – These two are used as dips. Aioli has a bold garlic taste while mayo has a tangy flavor. Both will add a creaminess that will complement the squash. Choose your preference.

🎃 Avocado oil – You need to use oil with healthy fat that can withstand high temperatures. Avocado oil is the best choice for that.

These tips will also work well on zucchini chips.

How To Store Easy Fried Squash In Air Fryer

If you have any leftovers, you may transfer the squash into an airtight container in the refrigerator. This will extend the shelf life of the vegetable and will keep it from getting contaminated.

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