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Healthy Butternut Squash Soup

A comforting and nutritious butternut squash soup perfect for chilly days.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves roasted garlic
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: cream or coconut milk for serving

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
  2. Add the cubed butternut squash and roasted garlic to the pot, along with the cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
  3. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the squash is tender.
  4. Blend the soup using an immersion blender or in batches until smooth.
  5. Adjust seasoning as needed and serve warm, optionally with cream or coconut milk.

Notes

Serve warm with crusty bread or a light salad. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.

  • Author: jessica-baker
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: butternut squash, vegan soup, healthy recipe, comfort food