Description
Butternut squash soup is a creamy, cozy dish that brings warmth and comfort to chilly evenings. Its sweet, earthy flavors make it a favorite for gatherings.
Ingredients
- Butternut squash
- Onion
- Garlic
- Vegetable broth
- Coconut milk
- Cayenne pepper
- Salt & pepper
Instructions
- Peel and cube the butternut squash into 1-inch pieces. Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the onion until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and cayenne pepper; cook until fragrant (30 seconds).
- Stir in butternut squash cubes and vegetable broth until just covered; bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer.
- Cook until squash is fork-tender (20-25 minutes).
- Purée the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added depth, roast the butternut squash before adding it to the soup. - Experiment with spices like ginger or curry powder for unique flavor variations. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days, reheating gently on the stove.