Description
Indulge in the warmth of our Roasted Butternut Squash Soup Recipe, a delightful dish that perfectly marries creamy texture with a rich flavor profile. This soup is an ideal companion for cold evenings or as a comforting starter at gatherings. The natural sweetness of roasted butternut squash shines through, enhanced by garlic and fresh herbs. Best of all, it’s an easy one-pan recipe that minimizes cleanup while maximizing taste! Whether you’re serving it as a main course, appetizer, or side dish, this nutritious soup is versatile and can easily be customized to suit your dietary preferences.
Ingredients
- 1 butternut squash (3–4 lbs)
- 1 medium onion
- 1 head garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- ½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh chopped sage
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 3 cups vegetable stock (or chicken stock)
- ½ cup heavy cream (or cashew cream/coconut milk)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Halve the butternut squash and scoop out the seeds. Chop the onion into large pieces and wrap the garlic head in foil after drizzling with olive oil.
- Place all vegetables on the baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt, pepper, sage, and thyme.
- Roast for about 45 minutes until tender. Let cool slightly before scooping out the squash flesh and garlic cloves.
- In a stockpot, combine the roasted vegetables with vegetable stock. Use an immersion blender to puree until smooth.
- Heat gently over low heat and stir in heavy cream (or alternative) before adjusting seasoning as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For a vegan option, use coconut milk or cashew cream instead of heavy cream. Customize flavors by adding spices like nutmeg or cayenne for extra warmth.