Description
A comforting and flavorful butternut squash and carrot soup, perfect for chilly days. This easy-to-make soup is packed with nutrients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 lbs), peeled and cubed
- 3 large carrots, peeled and sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup coconut milk (optional, for creaminess)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add minced garlic, ground cumin, and a pinch of salt. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add cubed butternut squash and sliced carrots. Stir to combine with the onions and spices.
- Pour in the vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
- Remove from heat. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or carefully blend in batches in a blender.
- Stir in coconut milk if using. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- For a quicker prep, use pre-cut butternut squash.
- If the soup is too thick, add more vegetable broth.
- This soup can be made vegan by omitting butter and dairy toppings.
- Add chili flakes or hot sauce for a spicier version.
- The soup can be frozen in batches.
- Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave.
- Serve with crusty bread, Greek yogurt, or pumpkin seeds.
- Avoid adding broccoli as it can affect the color and taste.
- Mash with a potato masher for a chunky texture if an immersion blender is not available.
- Allow the soup to cool slightly before blending to prevent splattering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg