Description
Warm up with this Spiced Butternut Squash and Sweet Potato Soup, a delicious blend of roasted butternut squash, sweet potatoes, and aromatic spices. Perfect for cozy evenings, this soup is creamy, vegan, and gluten-free, making it suitable for a variety of diets. Enjoy this nutritious and comforting dish that’s easy to prepare and packed with flavor!
Ingredients
1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust for heat)
4 cups vegetable broth
1 cup coconut milk (optional for creaminess)
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Optional: Red pepper flakes, extra cayenne for extra heat
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). On a baking sheet, toss the cubed butternut squash and sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
- In a large pot, heat the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Stir in the cumin, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper, cooking for 1 minute to release the spices’ flavors.
- Add the roasted butternut squash, sweet potatoes, and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. For extra creaminess, stir in the coconut milk.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting the spice level with more cayenne or red pepper flakes if desired. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.
Notes
For a creamier texture, feel free to add more coconut milk.
Adjust the level of cayenne pepper and red pepper flakes based on your preferred spice level.
This soup can be easily frozen for later use.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting and Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 servings
- Calories: 210 kcal per serving
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