Moroccan Butternut Soup

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
40%
Moroccan Butternut Soup
70 min.
5
118kcal

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Moroccan Butternut Soup: A Flavorful Vegetarian Delight!
Are you a fan of rich, aromatic flavors that tantalize your taste buds? If so, this Moroccan Butternut Soup is the perfect recipe for you! Not only is it a delightful vegetarian option, but it's also gluten-free, making it an excellent choice for those with dietary restrictions. This comforting soup is ready in just 70 minutes and serves 5 people, making it a fantastic choice for a cozy family dinner or a gathering of friends.
With a focus on using simple, fresh ingredients, this recipe combines the natural sweetness of butternut squash with the warm spices of Moroccan cuisine. The result is a velvety smooth soup that's bursting with flavor. At only 118 calories per serving, it's a guilt-free pleasure that you can enjoy as a main meal, a starter, a snack, or even an antipasti option.
To make this delicious Moroccan Butternut Soup, you'll need a few essential pieces of equipment, such as a food processor, a blender, and a baking pan. And don't worry about the cooking process – it's straightforward and involves minimal hands-on time. Simply let the oven do the work while you prepare the spices and toppings.
Top your soup with a dollop of reduced-fat sour cream and a sprinkle of cilantro for an extra touch of elegance. This Moroccan Butternut Soup is sure to impress your loved ones and become a new favorite in your recipe collection. So, why not give it a try and indulge in the exotic flavors of Morocco?

Ingredients

  • pound butternut squash 
  • teaspoon curry powder 
  • 2.5 cups fat-skimmed beef broth fat-free divided
  • large garlic clove unpeeled
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground coriander 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground pepper red
  • 0.5 cup milk 1% low-fat
  • tablespoons cream sour reduced-fat
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • ladle
  • oven
  • knife
  • blender
  • baking pan
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 37
  2. . Pierce squash several times with the tip of a sharp knife. Microwave at HIGH 1 minute.
  3. Cut squash in half lengthwise; remove seeds and membrane with a spoon.
  4. Place butternut squash, cut sides down, and garlic cloves in a 13 x 9-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray. Pierce squash multiple times with a fork.
  5. Bake at 375 for 1 hour or until squash is very tender.
  6. . While squash bakes, place curry powder and next 3 ingredients in a small nonstick skillet over medium heat; toast 1 minute or until fragrant. Set aside.
  7. . Peel cooked squash, and place in a food processor or blender.
  8. Remove and discard skins from garlic; add garlic to food processor.
  9. Add 1 1/2 cups chicken broth, and process until smooth.
  10. Transfer squash mixture to a large saucepan. Stir in remaining 1 cup broth, milk, salt, and toasted spices. Cook over low heat 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated, stirring frequently.
  11. . Ladle soup into bowls. Top with sour cream and, if desired, cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Calories118kcal
Protein11.77%
Fat13.75%
Carbs74.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.4
Glycemic Load
0.18
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
16.607391362605%

Flavonoids

Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:117.84kcal
5.89%
Fat:2.01g
3.09%
Saturated Fat:0.98g
6.13%
Carbohydrates:24.45g
8.15%
Net Carbohydrates:20.57g
7.48%
Sugar:5.4g
6%
Cholesterol:5.38mg
1.79%
Sodium:607.81mg
26.43%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.86g
7.73%
Vitamin A:19399.81IU
388%
Vitamin C:38.89mg
47.14%
Manganese:0.44mg
21.84%
Potassium:754.94mg
21.57%
Vitamin E:2.76mg
18.43%
Magnesium:69.46mg
17.37%
Vitamin B6:0.34mg
17.04%
Fiber:3.88g
15.5%
Calcium:146.17mg
14.62%
Vitamin B3:2.89mg
14.44%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
14.26%
Folate:52.66µg
13.16%
Phosphorus:110.89mg
11.09%
Iron:1.74mg
9.67%
Vitamin B5:0.96mg
9.58%
Copper:0.17mg
8.3%
Vitamin B12:0.42µg
7.02%
Selenium:4.64µg
6.62%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.59%
Zinc:0.51mg
3.4%
Vitamin K:2.56µg
2.44%
Vitamin D:0.28µg
1.89%
Source:My Recipes