Cozy Butternut Squash Soup
Warm your soul with this delightful butternut squash soup, perfect for chilly autumn evenings. This creamy and aromatic dish combines sweet butternut squash, vibrant carrots, and fragrant spices, creating a comforting bowl that’s as nourishing as it is delicious. Ideal for sharing with family or friends, this easy-to-make recipe allows for endless variations based on seasonal produce. Enjoy the rich flavors while wrapped in your favorite blanket!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 4
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and diced
- 1 cup carrots, peeled and diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme or sage for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Prep the Vegetables: Peel and dice the butternut squash and carrots into bite-sized pieces.
- 2. Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add garlic and cook until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- 3. Add Vegetables: Stir in the diced butternut squash and carrots; cook for another 5 minutes.
- 4. Add Broth & Spices: Pour in vegetable broth along with cinnamon and nutmeg. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to simmer for 20-25 minutes until veggies are tender.
- 5. Blend & Serve: Stir in coconut milk, then use an immersion blender or stand blender to puree until smooth. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg