Air Fryer Butternut Squash Fries
Description
Crispy air fryer butternut squash fries with tender centers, ready in about 15 minutes. Includes directions for Trader Joe's Butternut Squash Zig Zags cooked from frozen.
Ingredients
- 1 pound butternut squash, peeled and cut into ¼-inch sticks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons garlic and parsley seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Peel the butternut squash, trim both ends, and halve it lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds. Cut the flesh into ¼-inch sticks.
- Toss the sticks with olive oil first, then add the seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 2–3 minutes.
- Arrange the fries in a single layer in the basket. Air fry 12–15 minutes, shaking at the halfway point, until the edges are golden and crisp.
- Serve immediately with your dipping sauce of choice.
Equipment
- Cooking Spray
- Parchment Paper, optional
Notes
- Trader Joe's Butternut Squash Zig Zags: cook from frozen at 400°F for 12–15 minutes, shaking at 7 minutes. Skip the oil and salt them after cooking.
- Cut thickness matters more than anything else. ¼ inch is the target.
- Work in batches rather than crowding the basket.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 587mgPotassium: 434mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 12098IUVitamin C: 24mgCalcium: 95mgIron: 2mg