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Air Fryer Pumpkin

Crispy Air Fryer Pumpkin: A Healthy Delight for Your Table

Air Fryer Pumpkin is a quick, healthy side dish with crispy edges and rich flavor, perfect for fall meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pumpkin
  • 1 kg Firm-fleshed pumpkin (like Butternut or Kent)
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can substitute with avocado oil
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin Alternatively, use smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Substitute fresh garlic if preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Sea salt Kosher salt preferred
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper Freshly cracked preferred
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley Optional

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by peeling the pumpkin and cutting it into 2 cm cubes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, toss the pumpkin cubes with olive oil, ground cumin, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper.
  3. Preheat your air fryer to 200°C (400°F) for about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Carefully place the seasoned pumpkin cubes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, and cook for 15-20 minutes, shaking halfway through.
  5. Transfer the pumpkin to a serving dish and optionally sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure pumpkin cubes are cut uniformly for even cooking. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket.

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