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Spicy Butternut Squash Sweet Potato Soup

Warm Up with Spicy Butternut Squash Sweet Potato Soup

This Spicy Butternut Squash Sweet Potato Soup is a cozy, nutrient-rich dish with a kick of ginger and cayenne, perfect for those chilly days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 medium Butternut Squash Adds natural sweetness and a creamy texture
  • 1 medium Sweet Potatoes Contributes vitamins A and C
  • 1 medium Onion Provides aromatic depth
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; enhances flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Grated; infuses warmth
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Adds a warm, earthy flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander Complements spices with citrus notes
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust to taste
For the Broth and Creaminess
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth Forms the soup's base
  • 1 can (14 oz) Coconut Milk Imparts creaminess
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Used for sautéing
For the Garnish
  • optional Fresh Cilantro Adds color and freshness
  • optional Lime Wedges Offers a zesty contrast

Equipment

  • large pot
  • immersion blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Vegetables by peeling and cubing butternut squash and sweet potatoes, chop onion and mince garlic.
  2. Sauté Aromatics in a pot with olive oil until onions are translucent.
  3. Add Garlic and Ginger and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Incorporate Spices: stir in cumin, coriander, and cayenne.
  5. Add Vegetables: mix cubed butternut squash and sweet potatoes with spices.
  6. Pour in Broth and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover.
  7. Simmer for 20-25 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  8. Blend Soup until smooth.
  9. Stir in Coconut Milk and warm gently.
  10. Season the soup with salt, pepper, and more cayenne if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 8000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days; freezes well for up to 3 months.

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