Butternut Squash-Parsnip Soup

Gluten Free
Health score
47%
Butternut Squash-Parsnip Soup
45 min.
8
125kcal

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Warm up your kitchen and your soul with this delightful Butternut Squash-Parsnip Soup, a perfect blend of flavors that will leave you craving more. This gluten-free recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with wholesome ingredients that are sure to please both your palate and your health. With just 45 minutes of your time, you can create a comforting dish that serves up to eight people, making it ideal for family gatherings or cozy nights in.

The star of this soup is the sweet and nutty butternut squash, complemented beautifully by the earthy notes of parsnip and the tartness of Granny Smith apples. Together, they create a harmonious balance that is both satisfying and nourishing. The addition of spices like cumin and paprika adds depth and warmth, while a touch of whipping cream brings a luxurious creaminess to each bowl.

Whether you're looking for a starter to impress your guests or a hearty snack to enjoy on a chilly day, this Butternut Squash-Parsnip Soup is versatile enough to fit any occasion. Serve it as an antipasti or a light meal, and watch as it becomes a favorite in your recipe repertoire. So grab your slow cooker and let the aromas fill your home—this soup is sure to become a beloved staple in your kitchen!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 36 ounce butternut squash frozen thawed
  • 1.5 cups apples i use 2 granny smith apples peeled chopped ( 1 large)
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • cups beef broth fat-free
  • 0.1 teaspoon paprika 
  • cups parsnips chopped (3 large)
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • cups onion sweet chopped (1 large)
  • cups water 
  • tablespoons whipping cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • ladle
  • blender
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Combine first 8 ingredients in a 5-quart electric slow cooker. Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours.
  2. Place one-fourth of squash mixture in a blender.
  3. Remove center piece of blender lid (to allow steam to escape); secure blender lid on blender.
  4. Place a clean towel over opening in blender lid (to avoid splatters). Blend until smooth.
  5. Pour into a large bowl. Repeat procedure with remaining squash mixture. Stir in whipping cream, paprika, and cumin. Ladle soup into bowls; top each serving with sour cream and chives, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories125kcal
Protein9.3%
Fat10.93%
Carbs79.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17
Glycemic Load
3.15
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
15.451304311662%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.37mg
Catechin
0.3mg
Epigallocatechin
0.06mg
Epicatechin
1.76mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.49mg
Myricetin
0.46mg
Quercetin
7.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:124.67kcal
6.23%
Fat:1.67g
2.57%
Saturated Fat:0.92g
5.73%
Carbohydrates:27.45g
9.15%
Net Carbohydrates:22.27g
8.1%
Sugar:8.96g
9.96%
Cholesterol:4.24mg
1.41%
Sodium:200.1mg
8.7%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.2g
6.4%
Vitamin A:13646.33IU
272.93%
Vitamin C:35.47mg
42.99%
Manganese:0.52mg
25.81%
Potassium:774.59mg
22.13%
Fiber:5.18g
20.72%
Folate:66.84µg
16.71%
Vitamin E:2.43mg
16.2%
Magnesium:59.54mg
14.88%
Vitamin B6:0.29mg
14.54%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.95%
Vitamin K:10.08µg
9.6%
Vitamin B3:1.85mg
9.24%
Copper:0.18mg
8.95%
Calcium:89.26mg
8.93%
Phosphorus:81.91mg
8.19%
Vitamin B5:0.78mg
7.77%
Iron:1.28mg
7.1%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.78%
Zinc:0.47mg
3.15%
Selenium:1.56µg
2.24%
Source:My Recipes