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A vibrant bowl of orange-spiced butternut squash and sweet potato soup topped with a swirl of cream, garnished with chopped herbs and a sprinkle of chili flakes, served in a rustic white bowl on a wooden table with fresh ingredients around.

Spicy Butternut Squash Sweet Potato Soup

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A warm, comforting creamy soup blending spicy flavors with sweet butternut squash and sweet potatoes, perfect for cozy evenings and healthy eating.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
  • 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in minced garlic, cumin, and cayenne pepper; cook for 1 minute.
  4. Add cubed butternut squash and sweet potatoes; cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.
  7. Use an immersion blender or transfer soup to a blender and blend until smooth.
  8. Stir in coconut milk and season with salt and pepper.
  9. Heat through and serve hot, garnished with a drizzle of coconut milk or fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

  • You can adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or less cayenne pepper.
  • For a thicker soup, reduce the broth slightly or add more coconut milk.
  • This soup freezes well and can be stored for up to 3 months.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Comfort Food
  • Diet: Vegan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 200 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg