This creamy Roasted Butternut Squash Soup recipe is made with smooth coconut milk for the tastiest vegan winter soup recipe you'll ever have the pleasure of eating. Fresh garlic, celery, and onion encompass this easy recipe!
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Why You Should Try This Soup?
This easy butternut squash soup recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo-friendly, vegan, and a delicious option for whenever you are wanting a nurturing soup for lunch or dinner. The recipe is made with whole veggies and dairy-free cream and is the perfect choice for whenever you want to keep your meals light but filling.
This soup is great for meal prep! Just make this recipe whenever you are wanting to make sure dinner is covered for at least a few nights or when you need easy lunch ideas. I usually always have a bag or container of the blended veggies in my freezer ready to be warmed with coconut milk.
The warm notes of nutmeg and smoked paprika create the perfect flavor combinations that are delicious and enhance the fresh and subtly sweet flavors of roasted butternut squash. This vegan soup recipe is the perfect balance of sweet and savory.
There is nothing better than a homemade soup that is creamy and comforting all at the same time. Relish in the smooth and fragrant flavors of garlic, onion, salt, and pepper in this vegan butternut squash soup recipe whenever you are craving home in a bowl.
This recipe contains very little ingredients and is such a breeze to make. Just roast the veggies until they are tender and blend with everything else in one pot. Soup is a great option for whenever you are wanting dinner ready in minutes or have some leftover vegetables to use up.
Warm and cozy, this bright vegan soup is a great option for chilly days and nights! A serving of this soup will keep you warm and full which makes it the ideal fall or winter meal.
Get creative with this versatile recipe by using up different types of vegetables and even fruit! We love this soup with sweet apple added to it.
Serve this delicious soup during the holidays and other celebrations when you need to serve family or friends. This soup is a crowd-pleaser!
*Here's more delicious butternut squash recipes for you to try this fall:
Ingredients
- Butternut Squash – Make sure you have one large butternut squash that has been peeled and cubed before starting the recipe! Save time by cubing the squash a day or so beforehand.
- Onion – One small white onion is diced and adds pungent a pungent flavor and fragrance to this soup. You can use any kind of onion such as yellow or red. Using red onion would give this soup flavors that are extra rich.
- Celery – Fresh celery is a great addition to any vegetable soup! Celery is robust and slightly bitter and rounds out all the other ingredients.
- Garlic – Fresh cloves of garlic give the best flavors for this soup. I like to use fresh garlic while cooking because it really makes a recipe tastier. You can use ground garlic powder if you cannot locate fresh garlic.
- Oil – Smooth olive oil is a great neutral plant oil that works with almost any kind of recipe!
- Seasoning – You will need a blend of salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and grated nutmeg for aromatic notes. These really make the soup taste amazing!
- Coconut Milk – Be sure to used canned coconut milk to make sure the flavors are neutral and not too sweet. You can also use coconut cream.
- Broth – Use homemade vegetable stock or storebought veggie broth as a base for this soup. I like to make my broth in bulk and freeze the rest for later.
For Garnishment
- Parsley – Fresh parsley is a great addition to this soup as it is a vibrant herb that adds brightness to the soup. Further, the colors of orange and green look great together for serving, too!
- Pumpkin Seeds – Toasted pumpkin seeds, or pepitas, give this soup a slight nuttiness and crunch that pair well with the smooth and creamy flavors of the butternut squash. You can also use toasted nuts or omit them all together.
How To Make Roasted Butternut Squash Soup?
This soup is a wonderful option for the entire family whenever you are wanting to eat a veggie-rich meal alongside your favorite salads or main courses!
In the beginning, prep the celery, onion, garlic, and butternut squash by dicing, chopping, and peeling as needed. Learning how to peel and cube the squash has never been easier!
Next, preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Spread the prepared vegetables on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Drizzle the vegetables with oil, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika, then toss them to coat.
Next, roast the veggies for at least forty minutes or until they can be pierced easily with a fork or knife. Carefully, remove the vegetables from the oven and allow them to cool.
Transfer the cooled roasted vegetables to a strong blender alongside 1 ½ cup of veggie stock or broth and the coconut milk. Purée the mixture until creamy and smooth.
Next, pour the blended veggie mixture into a large pot or Dutch oven. Add the rest of the stock in addition to the grated nutmeg, more salt, and cracked black pepper.
Simmer the soup over the stovetop on low heat for four to five minutes until warm.
Serve the soup in individual servings with a spoon or serving dish and top with freshly chopped parsley and toasted pumpkin seeds.
FAQs
Absolutely! Blend the roasted veggies without the coconut milk and refrigerate. Just before serving, reheat the veggie mixture and add the coconut milk, nutmeg, and simmer to it and simmer for a few minutes. Garnish and serve the soup right away!
Store the leftover soup in a clean airtight container for up to five days in the refrigerator.
Yes, this soup is great for meal prep. First, blend the roasted veggies without the coconut milk and freeze the mixture in a clean airtight container in portions for up to three months. Thaw the soup overnight in the refrigerator or for a few hours on the counter at room temperature. Reheat puréed mixture and add coconut milk, and nutmeg. Allow the soup to simmer, then garnish, serve, and enjoy.
Variations And Add-Ins
- Add extra produce like carrots, apples with butternut squash, sweet potatoes, golden or russet potatoes, red or green peppers, pumpkin, and cauliflower.
- Incorporate different fresh herbs that are succulent and aromatic such as thyme, sage, and rosemary. Herbs are a great way to really elevate a dish!
- You can use other types of creams rather than coconut milk such as dairy milk, heavy cream, almond, or soy milk.
Serving ideas
Enjoy this roasted butternut squash soup recipe as the main course for whenever you are wanting a light meal or serve it as a side dish alongside cooked proteins, sandwiches, and more.
Top this soup with store-bought or homemade crispy croutons for extra textures and comfort. Pair this soup with steamed and roasted veggies for a full spread of plant-based foods.
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Roasted Butternut Squash Soup Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 large Butternut Squash (peeled and cubed)
- 1 small White Onion (diced)
- 2 Celery Stalks (chopped)
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- Salt & Pepper to taste
- ¼ teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- ⅓ cup Coconut Milk
- 2-3 cups Vegetable Stock (or Vegetable Broth)
- ¼ teaspoon Nutmeg (grated)
For garnish and serving
- Fresh Parsley
- Toasted Pumpkin Seeds
Instructions
- Pre-heat the oven at 400°F.
- Place the cubed butternut squash, diced onion, celery, garlic cloves on a large parhcment lined baking sheet pan.
- Drizzle olive oil and season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and toss to coat.
- Roast the vegtables for 40-45 minutes or until tender. Let it rest for few minutes.
- Transfer the roasted vegetables to a high-speed blender jar along with 1½ cup vegetable stock/broth and coconut milk and puree to creamy smooth until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the soup puree to a pot or dutch oven, add the remaining stock, season with grated nutmeg, some more salt, cracked black pepper and mix. Simmer on low heat for 4-5 minutes.
- Dish out, garnish with toasted pumpkin seeds and fresh parsley, serve hot!
silvia says
This was such a treat, yummy, creamy and warm. Perfect for the season. I wonder if I can roast the veggies and then freeze them to make the soup when butternut squash is not in season.
Kayla DiMaggio says
Loving this roasted butternut squash soup! It was so delicious and I loved how creamy it was!
Jacqueline Debono says
This was the best butternut squash soup recipes I've tried. I think roasting the veggies is what makes it so good!
Adriana says
Vegetable soups such as butternut squash are fantastic and even more when roasting the vegetables. Super yummy flavor.
Tristin says
The coconut milk made this soup so creamy and the nutmeg adds a splash of flavor. Such a great, healthy soup!
Dennis Littley says
I made this for lunch and it was delicious!! thanks for the recipe
Amanda Dixon says
This soup is so cozy and comforting! It turned out silky smooth, and I just love the flavor the coconut milk added.
Marta says
I loved the slight smokiness of the roasted butternut squash combined with the coconut milk. It was smokey and creamy at the same time. I will definitely make this again.
Colleen says
We love butternut squash soup and this recipe turned out great. Will make again!