This Air Fryer Delicata Squash recipe is so simple and delicious. The squash is easy to make, and goes with almost any main dish. Best of all, it’s ready in just 25 minutes!

air fried delicata squash in a bowl.

If you’ve never had Delicata squash, then you must try and find one immediately. Although I personally love all squashes, Delicata is one of my favorites. Look for it at most grocery stores starting in September in North America.

It is classified as a winter squash, and it has a slightly sweet and pleasant flavor when roasted.

Delicatas are generally have yellow skin, but I’ve also seen them with white skin. They always have the characteristic oblong shape with orange or green stripes running lengthwise.

uncooked delicata squash.
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1 Why You Need This Recipe
2 Recipe Steps
3 Recipe Tips & Substitutions
4 Recipe FAQs
5 Other Healthy Air Fryer Recipes You Might Like
6 Don’t Miss These Air Fryer Resources
7 Air Fryer Delicata Squash

Why You Need This Recipe

  • Use your air-fryer to make this easy side dish recipe if you don’t have space in your oven, or you don’t want to heat up your entire oven.
  • You only need 15 minutes cooking time for this simple roasted Air Fryer Delicata Squash recipe.
  • Increase the cooking time to 30 minutes if you want to make this in a regular oven.
  • Don’t worry about peeling a Delicata squash. The peel is thin and edible.

Recipe Steps

Step One

The first step to making Air Fryer Delicata Squash is to cut the squash in half lengthwise.

Fortunately, most Delicata squash are fairly easy to cut when using a sharp Chef’s knife.

See the recipe card at the end of this post for the exact measurements.

delicata squash cut in half lengthwise.

Step Two

Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds. Then, turn the squash cut side down on a cutting board and slice it into 1/2-inch slices. I like to make these half moons.

Place the sliced squash in a medium mixing bowl.

sliced delicata squash in a bowl.

Step Three

Toss the squash with one teaspoon of melted coconut oil and transfer it to the basket of your air fryer. You can also use melted butter, olive oil, or ghee.

It’s okay if the squash rings overlap a bit in the basket of the air fryer and aren’t in a single layer.

You can also feel free to add seasonings such as salt, black pepper, garlic powder, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, or any other dried herb like oregano or basil.

sliced Delicata squash in the basket of an air fryer.

Step Four

Set the temperature to 400 degrees F for 15 minutes.

If you are using a regular oven, then place your cubes on a baking sheet and bake for 30-35 minutes at 400 degrees F.

Step Five

Once your squash is fully cooked, the squash will be slightly browned.

You can sprinkle a pinch of salt and pepper on top and serve them warm.

I hope your family enjoys this easy Air Fryer Delicata recipe as much as mine does!

baked squash in air fryer basket.

Recipe Tips & Substitutions

  • Store any leftovers in a tightly sealed airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Re-heat before serving.
  • OVEN INSTRUCTIONS: If you are using a regular oven, then place your cubes on a baking sheet and bake for 30-35 minutes at 400 degrees F.
  • This recipe is very forgiving! You can use whatever seasonings you like. I’ve also used cinnamon, Italian seasoning, dried basil, and taco seasoning.
  • You can use whatever cooking fat you like including coconut oil, butter, ghee, vegan butter, olive oil, or avocado oil.

Recipe FAQs

Can I bake these in a regular oven instead of an air fryer?

Yes! You can roast Delicata squash in an oven. Set the temperature to 400 degrees F for about 30-35 minutes, tossing once during the cooking process.

Can you eat the seeds of a delicata squash?

Yes, they are similar to pumpkin seeds or any other squash seeds. But, they will need to be cleaned, dried, and baked before eating.

bowl of roasted delicata squash ready to be eaten.

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delicata squash served on plate.

Air Fryer Delicata Squash

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This Air Fryer Delicata Squash is so simple and delicious. This recipe is so easy to make, and goes with almost any main dish. Best of all, it’s ready in just 25 minutes!

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 Delicata squash
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil, melted (see notes for alternatives)
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Wash the squash and pat it dry. Then, use a Chef’s knife to cut the squash in half lengthwise.
  2. Use a spoon to scoop out and discard the seeds.
  3. Then, turn the squash cut side down on a cutting board and slice it into 1-inch slices. Place the sliced squash in a medium mixing bowl.
  4. Toss the squash with the coconut oil and transfer it to the basket of your air fryer.
  5. Set the temperature to 400 degrees F for 15 minutes, or until the squash has started to brown.
  6. Remove the squash from the air fryer and transfer it to a serving bowl.
  7. Toss with salt and pepper, and serve warm.

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Notes

  1. Store any leftovers in a tightly sealed airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Re-heat before serving.
  2. OVEN INSTRUCTIONS: If you are using a regular oven, then place your cubes on a baking sheet and bake for 30-35 minutes at 400 degrees F.
  3. This recipe is very forgiving! You can use whatever seasonings you like. I’ve also used cinnamon, Italian seasoning, dried basil, and taco seasoning.
  4. You can use whatever cooking fat you like including coconut oil, butter, ghee, vegan butter, olive oil, or avocado oil.

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