Savory Butternut Squash Soup (Fast, Easy & Healthy!)
This butternut squash soup is velvety, savory, and surprisingly quick — the kind of cozy bowl you can blend together on a busy weeknight. It’s simple, comforting, and naturally healthy without sacrificing flavor!
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed (about 4 cups)
- 1 medium carrot, sliced
- 1 medium apple, peeled and chopped (adds natural sweetness)
- 3 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ cup coconut milk or heavy cream
- Optional toppings: toasted pumpkin seeds, swirl of coconut milk, drizzle of olive oil, chopped herbs, red pepper flakes.
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil and butter in a pot over medium heat.
- Add the onion and cook until softened. (Caramelize the onions if you want extra depth and richness!)
- Stir in the garlic.
- Add the squash, carrot, and apple and cook for a few minutes.
- Pour in the broth, add salt, pepper, nutmeg, and smoked paprika.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer about 20 minutes until everything is soft.
- Blend with an immersion blender until smooth. (This is The Impatient Kitchen’s FAVORITE immersion blender!)
- Stir in the coconut milk or heavy cream. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Serve warm with your favorite toppings and finish with a sprinkle of buttered bread crumbs for extra richness, flavor, and the perfect crispy texture!
- Pairs perfectly with crusty bread (this Dutch Oven No Knead Bread is excellent with soups!)
Variations
- Roasted Squash Option: Roast the squash cubes at 425°F for deeper caramelized flavor before adding to the pot.
- Spicy Squash Soup: Add cayenne or red pepper flakes for heat, or blend in chipotle in adobo for smoky spice.
- Ginger Turmeric Twist: Grate in fresh ginger and add turmeric for a cozy, immune-boosting version.
- Ultra Creamy Version: Use heavy cream instead of coconut milk and add an extra tablespoon of butter at the end.
- Herby Finish: Top with thyme, sage, or rosemary for a more savory, earthy bowl.
If you love easy, cozy soups, check out our 5-Ingredient Pumpkin Curry Soup for a savory meal ready in minutes, and this Lazy, Big-Batch Butternut Squash Soup that is fast, easy and ridiculously versatile! And if butternut squash vibes is you’re thing, this cozy One Pot Creamy Butternut Squash Pasta will hit the comfort-food sweet spot in under 30 minutes! For other favorites, we love this Creamy Coconut Vegetable Soup and this rich Beef Noodle Soup!
For more details on creamy soups, check out this article to learn about how to make soups creamy without using any cream.
If your soup ever tastes a little flat, this quick guide on how to fix bland soup will help you instantly boost the flavor!
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