Description
Curried Butternut Squash Soup is a creamy, comforting dish that combines the natural sweetness of butternut squash with aromatic spices. Perfect for chilly evenings or as an inviting starter for gatherings, this soup wraps you in cozy goodness with every spoonful. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, it quickly becomes a favorite for both casual meals and elegant occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 lbs), peeled and chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tsp curry powder
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the butternut squash by peeling and chopping it into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add the butternut squash and curry powder to the pot, stirring to coat.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes or until the squash is tender.
- Use an immersion blender or transfer to a blender to puree until smooth. Stir in coconut milk and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Heat gently until steaming, then serve hot garnished with fresh herbs or a drizzle of coconut milk.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg