Description
A smooth and creamy butternut squash soup made with sweet apples, aromatic spices, and rich coconut milk. This vegan and gluten-free soup is comforting, nourishing, and perfect for fall or winter meals.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1-inch piece of ginger, peeled and grated
- 1 large butternut squash (about 3 lbs), peeled, seeded, and cubed
- 2 apples (like Gala or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Add cubed butternut squash and chopped apples, and sauté for 5 minutes.
- Season with cinnamon, nutmeg, turmeric, chili flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Stir well to coat the vegetables.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes, or until the squash and apples are tender.
- Remove from heat and use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer in batches to a blender and blend carefully.
- Stir in coconut milk and return to low heat. Warm through but do not boil.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- Use a sweet apple variety like Gala or Fuji for best flavor.
- Soup can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freezes well for up to 3 months.
- Add more chili flakes if you prefer a spicier soup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
