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Butternut Squash Soup

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Butternut squash soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly days. This creamy, vibrant dish blends the natural sweetness of butternut squash with aromatic spices like ginger and cinnamon, resulting in a warm hug in a bowl.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 pounds), peeled and cubed
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Peel and cube the butternut squash into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and sauté onions and garlic until fragrant and translucent (about 5 minutes).
  3. Add cubed squash, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.
  4. Pour in vegetable broth until the squash is submerged; bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes until tender.
  5. Blend the mixture using an immersion blender until smooth. Stir in coconut milk and adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs or roasted pumpkin seeds.
  • Author: DANIEL LAWSON
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg