Roasted Butternut Squash Soup: The Best Cozy Fall Recipe
This Roasted Butternut Squash Soup is the perfect dish for a cozy fall evening, loaded with flavor and nutrients.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 medium butternut squash
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional)
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the butternut squash in half and scoop out the seeds. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Roast the squash cut-side down on a baking sheet for about 40 minutes, or until tender.
- In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and carrots, cooking until softened.
- Add garlic and cook for one more minute.
- Once the squash is done, scoop the flesh into the pot and add vegetable broth, bringing to a simmer.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Stir in nutmeg and heavy cream if using. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- Add roasted pumpkin seeds on top for a nice crunch.
- This soup can be made ahead and stored in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 300 milligrams
- Fat: 10 grams
- Saturated Fat: 3 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 35 grams
- Fiber: 7 grams
- Protein: 5 grams
- Cholesterol: 10 milligrams
Keywords: Roasted Butternut Squash Soup, Fall Recipes, Cozy Soup