Butternut Squash Soup with Roasted Red Pepper Purée

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
31%
Butternut Squash Soup with Roasted Red Pepper Purée
45 min.
6
165kcal

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Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of Butternut Squash Soup with Roasted Red Pepper Purée, a dish that perfectly marries comforting flavors with a burst of vibrant color. This vegan and gluten-free soup is not only a feast for the palate but also a visual delight, enhancing your dining experience. The natural sweetness of the roasted butternut squash pairs exquisitely with the smoky notes of roasted red peppers, making it an innovative twist on traditional soup recipes.

Prepared in just 45 minutes, this easy-to-follow recipe yields six hearty servings, ideal for family gatherings or cozy nights in. With its array of fresh ingredients, including aromatic thyme and zesty orange peel, every spoonful is a celebration of seasonal produce. Plus, at only 165 calories per serving, it’s a guilt-free choice that satisfies your hunger without weighing you down.

Whether enjoyed as a starter, a light snack, or a satisfying main dish, this soup is incredibly versatile. Serve it alongside crusty bread for a heartwarming meal or as part of an elegant antipasti spread. Journey through taste and texture while savoring the warmth of this comforting bowl of goodness. Get ready to impress your guests with a homemade creation that’s both nutritious and delightfully flavorful!

Ingredients

  • 2.5 pound butternut squash peeled seeded cut into 1-inch pieces
  • teaspoons thyme sprigs fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove minced
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 2.3 cups onion chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon orange zest grated
  • servings roasted peppers red
  • 5.5 cups vegetable stock ()

Equipment

  • bowl
  • ladle
  • pot
  • blender

Directions

  1. Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat.
  2. Add onions; sauté until tender, about 12 minutes.
  3. Add garlic; stir 1 minute.
  4. Add squash and 5 1/2 cups broth; bring to boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until squash is soft, about 40 minutes. Cool slightly.
  5. Working in batches, puree soup in blender until smooth. Return puree to pot.
  6. Add 1 teaspoon thyme and orange peel. Thin soup with more broth if desired. Simmer 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cool slightly. Cover and chill. Rewarm before serving, thinning with more broth if desired.)
  7. Ladle soup into bowls. Swirl 1 tablespoon Roasted Red Pepper Puree into soup in each bowl.
  8. Sprinkle with remaining 2 teaspoons thyme and serve.
  9. Per serving (including red pepper puree): calories, 200; total fat, 8 g; saturated fat, 1 g; cholesterol, 0; fiber, 8 g
  10. Gourmet

Nutrition Facts

Calories165kcal
Protein6.05%
Fat24.56%
Carbs69.39%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.5
Glycemic Load
2.71
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
16.841738949651%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.47mg
Isorhamnetin
3.01mg
Kaempferol
0.4mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
12.21mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:165.4kcal
8.27%
Fat:4.95g
7.61%
Saturated Fat:0.72g
4.47%
Carbohydrates:31.44g
10.48%
Net Carbohydrates:26.43g
9.61%
Sugar:8.55g
9.5%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:885.84mg
38.51%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.74g
5.49%
Vitamin A:20603.99IU
412.08%
Vitamin C:47.05mg
57.03%
Manganese:0.51mg
25.57%
Vitamin E:3.41mg
22.72%
Potassium:768.84mg
21.97%
Fiber:5.01g
20.05%
Vitamin B6:0.39mg
19.67%
Magnesium:72.51mg
18.13%
Folate:63.15µg
15.79%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.77%
Vitamin B3:2.38mg
11.88%
Calcium:112.91mg
11.29%
Iron:1.69mg
9.41%
Copper:0.17mg
8.62%
Vitamin B5:0.85mg
8.47%
Phosphorus:84.12mg
8.41%
Vitamin K:5.16µg
4.92%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.61%
Zinc:0.43mg
2.86%
Selenium:1.53µg
2.19%
Source:Epicurious