Butternut Squash Dip with Air Fryer Roasted Garlic
Creamy, earthy, and bursting with bold flavor—this Butternut Squash Dip with Air Fryer Roasted Garlic is a cozy, crave-worthy appetizer. With tahini, lemon, and a kick of spice, it’s perfect as a chilled dip or warmed up with melty cheese for extra indulgence.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
Ingredients
1 (15 oz / 425g) can organic butternut squash purée
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
Coarse sea salt to taste
1 large garlic head (top ¼” cut off to expose cloves)
Juice of ½ lemon
2 tbsp tahini
1 tsp turmeric
Cayenne pepper and red chili flakes to taste
Optional: 1 cup shredded cheese (for warm version)
Instructions
Roast the garlic: Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Drizzle cut garlic head with olive oil and wrap in foil. Air fry for 15–20 minutes until soft and golden.
Let garlic cool slightly, then squeeze roasted cloves into a food processor.
Add squash purée, olive oil, lemon juice, tahini, turmeric, and spices. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Taste and adjust salt, spice, and lemon as desired.
Optional: For a warm version, mix in shredded cheese and heat in a skillet or microwave until melted and gooey.
Serve drizzled with olive oil and a sprinkle of chili flakes.
Notes
Vegan, gluten-free, and nutrient-rich
Nutrition
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Fat: ~8g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g