Vegan Spiced Butternut Squash Soup
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Blending the natural sweetness of butternut squash with an array of aromatic spices, here is a well-crafted hearty, plant-based soup that's as comforting as it is nutritious. This recipe captures the essence of autumn, making it the perfect choice for cozy gatherings or solo indulgence on a chilly day.
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ingredients
- 1 large or 2 small butternut squash, deseeded and cut into quarters
- 3 shallots, cut into quarters
- 1/2 red onion, cut into chunks
- 1 head of garlic, top cut off
- A few slices of fresh ginger
- Large drizzle of olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon chilli powder (adjust to desired spice level)
- 1/2 teaspoon chilli flakes (adjust to desired spice level)
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
- Paprika, to taste
- Juice from half a lime
- Large bunch of coriander
- 1 can coconut milk
- Approximately 2 cups vegetable stock (adjust for desired thickness)
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
Method
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F.
Step 2
Place the butternut squash, shallots, red onion, garlic, and ginger in an oven-proof dish. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with ground cumin, ground coriander, chilli powder, chilli flakes, salt, paprika, and pepper. Toss to coat the vegetables with the seasonings.
Step 3
Roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are soft and lightly caramelized.
Step 4
Allow the roasted vegetables to cool slightly. Scoop out the flesh of the butternut squash and place it in a blender.
Step 5
Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves from the head of garlic and add them to the blender.
Step 6
Add the lime juice, coriander, coconut milk, vegetable stock, and maple syrup to the blender.
Step 7
Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy.
Step 8
Adjust the consistency with more vegetable stock if needed, depending on your desired thickness.
Step 9
Pour the soup into a pot and warm it over medium heat.
Step 10
Serve the spiced butternut squash soup in bowls and garnish with a sprinkle of chilli flakes and fresh coriander leaves.