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A creamy bowl of spicy butternut squash and sweet potato soup garnished with herbs for savory fall soups. 2

Spicy Butternut Squash & Sweet Potato Soup


  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

A creamy and comforting fall soup featuring roasted butternut squash and sweet potatoes with warm spices and a gentle kick of heat. Perfect for cozy weeknights or festive gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 lbs), peeled, seeded, cubed
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb), peeled, cubed
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup coconut milk or cream
  • ½1 tsp chili flakes (to taste)
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • Optional garnishes: toasted pumpkin seeds, coconut cream, fresh cilantro

  • Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss squash and sweet potato cubes with 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast 25–30 minutes until golden.

    2. In a large pot, heat remaining 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.

    3. Add minced garlic, cumin, nutmeg, and chili flakes to the pot. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.

    4. Stir in roasted vegetables and pour in vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer and cook 10 minutes.

    5. Using an immersion blender or in batches in a regular blender, blend soup until smooth and velvety.

    6. Return soup to the pot if needed. Stir in coconut milk and lime juice. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and extra chili flakes if desired.

    7. Ladle into bowls and garnish with pumpkin seeds, a swirl of coconut cream, and cilantro before serving.

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 1 hour
    • Category: soup
    • Method: roasting, blending
    • Cuisine: american

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 cup
    • Calories: 180
    • Sugar: 6
    • Sodium: 300
    • Fat: 8
    • Saturated Fat: 4
    • Unsaturated Fat: 3
    • Trans Fat: 0
    • Carbohydrates: 24
    • Fiber: 5
    • Protein: 4
    • Cholesterol: 0

    Keywords: spicy squash soup, butternut squash soup, sweet potato soup, fall soup, healthy soup, creamy soup, roasted soup