Air Fryer Butternut Squash Fries
Learn how to make the perfect Air Fryer Butternut Squash Fries with 5 simple ingredients. Garlic, paprika, and Italian herbs bring bold flavor, while Parmesan and parsley add a fresh finish. Crispy on the outside, soft inside—these fries are a healthy, gluten-free snack you’ll love!
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 117kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound butternut squash
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
- parsley and parmesan cheese to garnish
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Squash. Peel, seed, and cut the squash into fry-shaped sticks, aiming for uniform sizes to ensure even cooking. For perfectly crispy fries, cut them about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick. Consistent size is key to even cooking!
- Season: In a large bowl, toss the squash sticks with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until the fries are evenly coated.
- Cook. Preheat the air fryer to 450°F (180°C). Place the seasoned squash fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding the basket to make sure the fries crisp up properly. If necessary, cook in batches.
- Air fry for 10-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking until golden and crispy.
- Garnish. Once golden and crispy, remove the fries from the air fryer and transfer them to a serving plate. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.
- Serve. Let the fries cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your delicious, crispy butternut squash fries!
Notes
Pro Tip for Extra Flavor: Finish the fries with a light drizzle of truffle oil or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to enhance their flavor!
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 117kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 6mg | Potassium: 423mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 12305IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 1mg | Net Carbs: 11g