A warm and comforting butternut squash soup, perfect for a cozy meal.
Butternut Squash Soup
A warm and comforting butternut squash soup, perfect for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
- 1 large butternut squash peeled, seeded, and cubed
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 cup heavy cream optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the cubed butternut squash, vegetable broth, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook until the squash is tender, about 20-25 minutes.
- Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, you can carefully transfer the soup in batches to a blender or food processor.
- Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Stir in heavy cream if using. Serve hot.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 740mgPotassium: 530mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 6mg
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