Butternut Squash and Sage Soup with Sage Breadcrumbs

Vegetarian
Health score
11%
Butternut Squash and Sage Soup with Sage Breadcrumbs
45 min.
6
134kcal

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Embark on a delightful culinary journey with this Butternut Squash and Sage Soup, a vegetarian delight that promises to tantalize your taste buds. This soup, perfect as a starter, antipasti, or even a light snack, is both comforting and refreshing, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. It's ready in just 45 minutes, ensuring a hassle-free cooking experience. Each serving contains only 134 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence.

The star of this recipe is the butternut squash, perfectly complemented by the earthy flavors of sage and garlic. The soup's base is a blend of chicken stock (or organic chicken broth for a richer taste), ensuring a flavorful and aromatic broth that brings the dish together. The addition of fresh whole grain wheat bread and olive oil adds a delightful texture and depth of flavor, while the coarse sea salt and fresh Italian parsley enhance the overall taste profile.

To elevate your dining experience, the recipe includes sage breadcrumbs, a crunchy and savory topping that adds an extra layer of flavor to the soup. The breadcrumbs, infused with butter and sage, are a simple yet effective garnish that takes this dish from good to exquisite.

This recipe is not only about creating a delicious meal but also about the joy of cooking. With minimal equipment required - a pot, a blender, and a frying pan - it's accessible to both beginners and seasoned cooks. The option to make the soup and breadcrumbs ahead of time allows for effortless entertaining, making it a perfect dish to impress your guests without breaking a sweat.

Whether you're a fan of hearty soups, the vibrant flavors of sage, or simply looking for a new vegetarian recipe to try, this Butternut Squash and Sage Soup with Sage Breadcrumbs is sure to become a new favorite. So, why not give it a try and let your culinary journey be filled with the warm, comforting flavors of this exquisite dish?

Ingredients

  • teaspoons butter 
  • cups butternut squash peeled seeded
  • cups chicken broth 
  • 1.5 teaspoons sea salt 
  • tablespoon sage fresh finely chopped
  •  garlic clove minced
  • slices flour fresh whole crustless
  • 1.5 tablespoons olive oil 
  • cups onion chopped
  • tablespoons parsley fresh italian chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • ladle
  • pot
  • blender

Directions

  1. Melt butter with oil in large pot over medium-high heat.
  2. Add onions, parsley, and sage; sauté until onions are softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add squash and coarse salt; sauté until squash softens and onions are golden, about 6 minutes.
  4. Add garlic; stir 1 minute.
  5. Add 5 cups stock; bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until squash is very soft, about 25 minutes. Cool slightly.
  6. Working in batches, puree soup in blender, allowing some texture to remain. Return soup to pot. Thin with stock, if desired. Season with pepper and more salt, if desired. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Chill uncovered until cold, then cover and chill. Rewarm before serving.
  7. Place bread in processor; blend until fine crumbs form but some slightly coarser crumbs remain. Cook butter in large nonstick skillet over medium heat until golden, about 2 minutes.
  8. Add breadcrumbs and sage. Cook until crumbs are crisp, stirring frequently, about 10 minutes.
  9. Remove from heat and cool. DO AHEAD: Can be made 4 hours ahead.
  10. Let stand uncovered at room temperature.
  11. Ladle soup into bowls.
  12. Sprinkle with breadcrumbs.
  13. Nutrition Data

Nutrition Facts

Calories134kcal
Protein8.28%
Fat43.01%
Carbs48.71%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.17
Glycemic Load
1.16
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
17.683478293212%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
2.88mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
2.67mg
Kaempferol
0.37mg
Myricetin
0.22mg
Quercetin
10.84mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:133.74kcal
6.69%
Fat:6.83g
10.51%
Saturated Fat:2.3g
14.35%
Carbohydrates:17.42g
5.81%
Net Carbohydrates:14.48g
5.27%
Sugar:5.18g
5.75%
Cholesterol:11.08mg
3.69%
Sodium:1336.17mg
58.09%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.96g
5.92%
Vitamin A:10122.01IU
202.44%
Copper:3.15mg
157.7%
Vitamin C:25.48mg
30.88%
Vitamin K:25.46µg
24.25%
Manganese:0.47mg
23.62%
Vitamin E:2.03mg
13.51%
Potassium:457.47mg
13.07%
Fiber:2.94g
11.74%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.06%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
10.83%
Magnesium:42.06mg
10.51%
Folate:37.62µg
9.41%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
9.02%
Vitamin B3:1.65mg
8.25%
Calcium:75.51mg
7.55%
Iron:1.14mg
6.35%
Phosphorus:58mg
5.8%
Vitamin B5:0.47mg
4.71%
Zinc:0.42mg
2.8%
Selenium:1.83µg
2.61%
Source:Epicurious