Save A smooth, comforting butternut squash soup with a creamy texture and warming flavors perfect for cozy evenings made easy without advanced knife techniques.
This recipe has become my go-to for chilly nights when I want something warm and soothing fast without too much prep.
Ingredients
- 1 medium butternut squash: about 2 lbs peeled seeded and roughly chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion: chopped
- 2 cloves garlic: minced
- 1 medium carrot: peeled and sliced
- 4 cups vegetable broth: 1 liter
- 1 cup water: 240 ml
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut milk: 120 ml for vegan option
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt: or to taste
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- Fresh herbs: parsley chives or thyme
- Roasted pumpkin seeds
Instructions
- Heat and sauté:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat Add onion and carrot sauté for 5 minutes until softened
- Add garlic:
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant
- Add squash and liquids:
- Add chopped butternut squash vegetable broth and water Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 25 minutes or until squash and carrots are very tender
- Purée soup:
- Remove from heat Using an immersion blender or working in batches with a blender purée the soup until completely smooth and velvety
- Season and reheat:
- Stir in cream or coconut milk nutmeg cumin salt and pepper Gently reheat if needed adjusting seasoning to taste
- Serve:
- Ladle into bowls garnish with fresh herbs and pumpkin seeds if desired
Save This soup always brings the family together especially on cold evenings when we want comfort food that feels homemade.
Required Tools
Large pot immersion blender or standard blender cutting board vegetable peeler chefs knife
Allergen Information
Contains dairy if using cream For a dairy-free vegan version use coconut milk Always check broth and cream coconut milk labels for potential allergens
Nutritional Information
Calories 210 Total Fat 10 g Carbohydrates 29 g Protein 3 g per serving
Save This soup is easy to customize and perfect for meal prep or a quick comforting dinner.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How do I achieve a smooth purée texture?
Use an immersion blender or standard blender to process the soup until completely smooth and velvety. Blending in batches helps achieve an even texture.
- → Can I make this dish vegan?
Yes, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk to maintain creaminess without dairy ingredients.
- → What spices enhance the flavor of the squash?
Ground nutmeg and cumin add warm, aromatic notes that complement the natural sweetness of butternut squash.
- → Are there suggested garnishes for added texture?
Fresh herbs like parsley or thyme and roasted pumpkin seeds provide color and crunchy texture for contrast.
- → How long should the vegetables be cooked before blending?
Simmer the squash and carrots until very tender, about 25 minutes, ensuring they blend effortlessly into a smooth purée.