As the weather gets cooler and fall settles in, there’s nothing more comforting than a warm, creamy soup. This Carrot and Butternut Squash Soup is perfect for cozy evenings, a light lunch, or as a starter for your fall dinner parties. It’s rich, nutritious, and filled with the earthy sweetness of roasted butternut squash and carrots. Let’s get started!
How to make carrot and butternut squash soup
Ingredients:
- 3 1/2 lbs of a whole butternut squash
- One yellow onion
- 3-4 garlic cloves
- 2-3 carrots
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Ground nutmeg
- Ground turmeric
- Vegetable stock
- Fresh parsley
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees, and then start by prepping your ingredients.
- Cut the butternut squash in half and remove the seeds. Place the squash on a baking sheet and score it. Then, add olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Peel and trim the carrots, cut the onion in half, peel the garlic cloves, and set aside.
- When the oven is heated, add only the butternut squash, and after 30 minutes, add the carrots, onion, and garlic.
- After an hour, remove the baking sheet from the oven, carefully scoop out the butternut squash, and put it in the blender. The squash will be very hot, so be careful.
- Then add all the other ingredients, such as carrots, onion, garlic, nutmeg, turmeric, salt, and pepper.
- Blend all together until smooth and creamy. Then garnish with parsley if you like.
Health Benefits of Butternut Squash:
Butternut squash isn’t just delicious—it is packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants! Here’s why adding butternut squash to your meals can boost your health:
- Rich in Vitamin A: Butternut squash is loaded with beta-carotene, which converts into vitamin A in your body. Vitamin A is essential for maintaining healthy vision, supporting immune function, and promoting skin health.
- Excellent Source of Fiber: Butternut squash is a good source of dietary fiber, which supports digestive health. Fiber helps prevent constipation and promotes gut health. It can also help regulate blood sugar and cholesterol levels.
- High in Antioxidants: Antioxidants help prevent or slow cellular damage and reduce inflammation, which may reduce your risk of several chronic diseases.
- Supports Bone Health: It’s also a source of essential minerals like potassium, magnesium, and calcium, which are crucial for maintaining strong bones and reducing the risk of osteoporosis.
- Low in Calories: Despite its rich and creamy texture, butternut squash is low in calories, making it an ideal choice for those looking to maintain a healthy weight without sacrificing flavor.
This Carrot and Butternut Squash Soup is a perfect way to celebrate fall. It’s very nutritious and easy to make, and it makes your kitchen smell amazing while cooking! Whether you feed the family or entertain guests, this soup will impress.
For another excellent fall recipe with butternut squash, try my Farro salad.
Carrot and Butternut Squash Soup
Creamy and smooth butternut squash soup that is perfect for fall
Equipment
- Cutting board
- Chef Knife
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment paper
- Blender
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 lbs Butternut Squash
- 1 medium Yellow Onion
- 3-4 cloves Garlic small cloves
- 2-3 whole Carrots
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- Kosher Salt to taste
- Fresh Cracked Pepper to taste
- 4 cups Vegetable Stock
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground Turmeric
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley curly
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees, and then start by prepping your ingredients.
- Cut the butternut squash in half and remove the seeds. Place the squash on a baking sheet and score it. Then, add olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Peel and trim the carrots, cut the onion in half, peel the garlic cloves, and set aside.
- When the oven is heated, add only the butternut squash, and after 30 minutes, add the carrots, onion, and garlic.
- After an hour, remove the baking sheet from the oven, carefully scoop out the butternut squash, and put it in the blender. The squash will be very hot, so be careful.
- Then add all the other ingredients, such as carrots, onion, garlic, nutmeg, turmeric, salt, and pepper.
- Blend all together until smooth and creamy. Then garnish with parsley if you like.
Notes
Stay healthy. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 269kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 959mgPotassium: 1461mgFiber: 9gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 42859IUVitamin C: 88mgCalcium: 203mgIron: 3mg
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