Delicious & Creamy Butternut Squash Soup | Plant-Based/Vegan Option

Now that the weather is getting colder and the leaves are changing, a warm soup is the perfect thing to enjoy! Warm your soul with this delicious, healthy, plant-based Butternut Squash Soup.

PREPARATION TIME: 15-20 MINUTES

COOK TIME: 20 MINUTES

TOTAL TIME: 35 – 40 MINUTES

SERVINGS: APPROXIMATELY 8

INGREDIENTS

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tsp fresh ginger, grated (or 1 tsp ginger powder)
• 1 tsp salt
• Dash of pepper
• 1/2 tsp fresh or dried rosemary, cut finely
• 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cut into small cubes
• 3.5 cups soup stock (vegetable, chicken for non-vegan option)
• 3/4 cup milk (coconut milk or almond milk for vegan option, milk or cream for non-vegan option)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Heat a pot to medium heat and add olive oil.
2. Add the diced onion, garlic, ginger, salt, pepper, and thyme, and sauté until the onion is transparent.
3. Once the onion is transparent, add the butternut squash cubes and stir the mixture.
4. Mix in the vegetable stock and stir to combine (you may need a little more/less stock depending on the size of the squash, the liquid level should be slightly lower than the squash).
5. Add lid and bring soup to a boil, once boil is reached turn down to medium-low and simmer for 20 minutes (when done, the squash should be tender enough to pierce with a fork).
6. Remove soup from heat and add the milk/dairy-free milk.
7. Purée the soup with a blender or hand-held blender.
8. Voila! Serve and enjoy your delicious soup! To add some flavour & texture, top it off with some pumpkin seeds and fresh/dried rosemary.

Store the leftovers in the fridge and consume within a few days. You can also store in the freezer to have soup on-hand for when you’re looking for a healthy meal!

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Enjoy!

Heather