Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees according to manufacturer's directions. Cut squash lengthwise in half; remove and discards seeds. Cut each half crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices.
Recipe
Author
Hy-Vee Seasons Magazine
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Description
Part of the winter squash family, delicata squash are known for their tender rinds. Cooking in an air-fryer will make the skins tender and delicious.
Servings and Ingredients
Ingredients
Serves 6
| Quantity | Ingredient | Add |
|---|---|---|
| 2 ½ lbs. Delicata squash (about 5 or 5) | ||
| 1 Medium shallot, sliced | ||
| 3 tbsp. Gustare Vita extra olive oil | ||
| ½ tsp. Plus 1 dash finely ground Hy-Vee sea salt, divided | ||
| ¼ tsp. Coarsely ground Hy-Vee black pepper | ||
| ¾ c. Full Circle Market organic light-colored agave nectar | ||
| ½ c. Hy-Vee apple cider flavored distilled vinegar | ||
| ½ tsp. Apple pie spice | ||
| ½ c. Hy-Vee dried cranberries | ||
| ¼ c. Hy-Vee pine nuts, toasted | ||
| ¼ c. Lightly packed fresh mint, chopped |
Things To Grab
- Small saucepan
Directions
Toss squash and shallot with olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper in a large bowl to coat.
Working in batches, place coated squash and shallot slices in a single layer in basket. Air-fry for 5 minutes. Shake basket; air-fry for 4 to 6 minutes more or until fork-tender. Transfer squash and shallot to a large bowl.
For syrup, stir together agave nectar, vinegar, apple pie spices, and remaining dash of salt in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium. Simmer, uncover, for 6 to 8 minutes or until reduced to about 1/2 cup.
To serve, pour syrup mixture over squash in bowl; toss to coat. Arrange on a serving platter; top with cranberries, pin nuts, and mint.
Nutrition facts
Servings
340 Calories per serving
Amounts Per Serving
- Total Fat: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 170mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 64g
- Protein: 3g
Daily Values
0%
Iron 10%
0%
Calcium 6%
0%
Vitamin D 0%
0%
Potassium 15%