Jamie Oliver Air Fryer Squash, Grain & Mozzarella Salad

This warm and hearty Jamie Oliver Air Fryer Squash, Grain & Mozzarella Salad is layered with caramelized butternut squash, crispy grains, and torn mozzarella. With a zesty lemon and mint finish, it’s a beautifully balanced dish perfect for a cozy lunch or light dinner. Ready in under 40 minutes, it serves 2 and is best enjoyed in fall or winter. Pair it with crusty bread or a simple tomato soup.

Jamie Oliver Air Fryer Squash, Grain & Mozzarella Salad Ingredients

• ½ a butternut squash (600g)
• 1 good pinch of ground cinnamon
• 1 pinch of dried red chilli flakes
• 1 x 250g packet of cooked mixed grains
• 1 chicory
• 1 little gem lettuce
• ½ a bunch of mint (15g)
• ½ a lemon
• 1 x 125g ball of mozzarella
• 2 tbsp thick balsamic vinegar

How To Make Jamie Oliver Air Fryer Squash, Grain & Mozzarella Salad

1. Prep the squash: Cut squash into 3cm chunks, deseed if needed, and toss with cinnamon, chilli, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
2. Cook the squash: Place in the air fryer at 180ºC for 30 minutes, shaking halfway through.
3. Add grains: Tip squash into drawer, sprinkle in grains, and air fry for another 8 minutes.
4. Prepare the greens: Slice the chicory base and separate leaves. Tear apart little gem and place both on a platter.
5. Assemble the salad: Add mint leaves and squeeze lemon juice over greens.
6. Top and serve: Spoon over squash and grains, tear over mozzarella, drizzle with balsamic and olive oil, season, and serve.

Recipe Tips

• No need to peel: Butternut squash skin softens nicely when roasted.
• Check the grains: Make sure they’re pre-cooked or they won’t crisp up properly.
• Mix textures: Tear mozzarella instead of slicing for a rustic feel.
• Balance flavors: The lemon juice brightens the sweet squash and creamy cheese.

What To Serve With Squash Salad

This warm salad is delicious on its own, but pairs beautifully with a bowl of tomato soup, roasted beetroot, or a slice of herby focaccia for a complete meal.

How To Store Squash Salad

Refrigerate:
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the air fryer or microwave.

Freeze:
Not recommended due to the mozzarella and fresh greens.

Squash Salad Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 693 kcal
• Total Fat: 36.3g
• Saturated Fat: 12.1g
• Carbohydrates: 66g
• Sugar: 22g
• Protein: 27g
• Sodium: 1.2g
• Fiber: 10.4g

FAQs

Jamie Oliver Air Fryer Squash, Grain & Mozzarella Salad

Course: DinnerCuisine: BritishDifficulty: Easy

Servings

2

servings

Prep time

8

minutes

Cooking time

38

minutes

Calories

693

kcal

A warm, satisfying salad with sweet roasted squash, crispy grains, and creamy mozzarella, topped with mint and balsamic drizzle.

Ingredients

• ½ a butternut squash (600g)

• Ground cinnamon

• Dried red chilli flakes

• 250g cooked mixed grains

• 1 chicory

• 1 little gem lettuce

• Fresh mint (15g)

• ½ lemon

• 125g mozzarella

• Thick balsamic vinegar

• Olive oil

• Salt and pepper

Directions

• Cut squash into chunks, season, and air fry at 180ºC for 30 mins.
• Add cooked grains and air fry 8 mins more.
• Slice and prepare greens, arrange on platter.
• Add mint and lemon juice to greens.
• Top with squash and grains.
• Tear mozzarella over top.
• Drizzle with balsamic and olive oil, season, and serve.

Notes

• No need to peel squash—roasts beautifully with skin on.
• Use cooked grains to ensure crisp texture in air fryer.
• Substitute mozzarella with feta or goat cheese if desired.
• To make ahead, keep components separate and combine before serving.