Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 lbs), peeled and cubed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup coconut milk or heavy cream (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion and garlic, sauté until soft (about 5 minutes).
- Add cubed butternut squash, broth, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until squash is tender.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
- Stir in coconut milk or heavy cream if using. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm, optionally garnished with a drizzle of cream or toasted seeds.
Notes
- For extra flavor, roast the butternut squash before adding it to the soup.
- Adjust broth amount for thicker or thinner consistency.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: butternut squash soup, creamy soup, vegetarian, comfort food