To freeze leftover cooked acorn squash, arrange on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze overnight, then move to an airtight freezer safe container and freeze for up to 6 months. Store leftover cooked squash in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. This version does have less calories and is going to be Whole30 compliant, if that’s important to you. Savory is also wonderful, seasoned with just garlic, onion and oregano. I used to drown it in butter and brown sugar, but now my air fryer version simply uses a touch of honey along with cinnamon and nutmeg. I can’t lie to you, sweet acorn squash is my favorite. Which is better: Sweet or Savory Air Fryer Acorn Squash? Ingredients 2 acorn squash 1/2 cup pearled farro 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided 2 tablespoons butter 1 small yellow onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves. I upgraded to this larger Cosori air fryer and I love it! The nonstick basket is the best! They’re done when they’re fork tender and just starting to get browned edges. Mix with tongs until all the squash is coated and then place the squash into the air fryer basket.Īir fry the squash pieces at about 375F for 16-20 minutes, flipping and rotating the squash pieces halfway through. Put acorn squash quarter moon pieces into a medium sized bowl with oil and sweet or savory seasonings (your choice!). Next, cut each half moon in half in the middle, and you have quarter moon acorn squash pieces! Cut side to side into approximately 1 inch thick slices. To cut the acorn squash into quarter moons, place one half of the squash cut side down on the cutting surface. Cut the acorn squash by placing the largest flat side on your cutting surface and slicing in half from top to bottom. Scoop out the seeds with a spoon or melon baller. Cut the top stem portion and the bottom pointy portion off of the acorn squash. Start by washing and drying your acorn squash. Slightly crispy edges but soft on the inside! Also leaves room in the oven for other things to cook if that’s ever a problem.Quicker than the oven – 20 minutes of cook time vs.Here’s why air fryer acorn squash is better than oven roasted acorn squash (in my opinion): Let’s do this.įrom test one, I knew I’d keep making acorn squash like this forever. Bruce Newcomer, Fredericksburg, Virginia. But my favorite way to stuff it is with an unexpected fruit filling, like this sweet apple-blueberry one. I absolutely love squashand I've filled it with so many variations of savory stuffing over the years. But pretty good and one of my favorite squashes.įast forward. Baked Acorn Squash with Blueberry-Walnut Filling.
Traditionally, I’ve always roasted my acorn squash in the oven. Add a pat of butter to each half and roast until tender.Prep: 5 Ingredients or Less Acorn Squash in an Air Fryer Sprinkle with cinnamon, ginger, or nutmeg and sugar. Cut an acorn squash in half and remove the seeds. A delicious snack … anytime.Ī Sweet Presentation. Acorn squash seeds can be toasted in the oven and eaten just like pumpkin seeds. Cut an acorn squash in half and remove the seeds, then stuff it with your favorite meatloaf mix recipe, or try our Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash. Whether going meatless is an occasion or a lifestyle for you, this is the perfect dish to fill you up and keep you satisfied. This delicious side dish is a great accompaniment to many meats and tastes great on its own. Coat lightly with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, and then pop the pan in the oven until the veggies are cooked. Cube acorn squash and add to other veggies like parsnips, carrots, potatoes, and onions. Make a delicious cream of acorn squash soup and then, for a festive presentation, bring it to the table served inside hollowed-out squash halves. Thinly slice acorn squash, then add a little cinnamon, ginger, or nutmeg and either steam or microwave for a low-calorie side dish anytime! Microwave a hollowed out portion of squash until tender. Heat half a peach, half an apple, honey, nutmeg, and a ¼ teaspoon of butter in a frying pan on low heat until apples and peaches are tender. This is an easy addition of vitamins and minerals!Īs Dessert. Mix thinly-sliced squash strips with whole wheat noodles and cook according to the spaghetti package. Purée roasted or steamed acorn squash and use it as a sauce over pasta or with meats.Īs Pasta.
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