Roasted Butternut Squash with Cinnamon and Nutmeg

Tender and slightly browned, this roasted butternut squash is a flavorful and healthy side dish. The squash is tossed in a mixture of olive oil, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper, then roasted in an air fryer until perfectly cooked. Serve immediately.

Butternut squash is a winter squash that is known for its sweet, nutty flavor and bright orange flesh. It is a good source of vitamins A and C, as well as fiber. Butternut squash can be roasted, baked, steamed, or sautéed. Roasting is a great way to cook butternut squash because it brings out its natural sweetness and caramelizes the edges. For this recipe, the squash is cubed and tossed in a mixture of olive oil, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. The squash is then spread in a single layer in an air fryer basket and cooked for 15-20 minutes, or until the squash is tender and slightly browned. Serve immediately.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. Toss the butternut squash cubes with the olive oil, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread the squash in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
4. Cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the squash is tender and slightly browned.
5. Serve immediately.

Why It Works

• Roasting the squash in an air fryer helps to caramelize the edges and bring out its natural sweetness.
• The combination of cinnamon and nutmeg adds a warm and flavorful spice to the squash.
• The salt and pepper help to balance out the sweetness of the squash.