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Spicy Butternut Squash and Sweet Potato Soup

A warm and comforting soup combining butternut squash and sweet potatoes, enhanced with spices for a delightful kick, perfect for chilly days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Soup
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 1 small butternut squash (about 700-900g or 2-3 cups), peeled and chopped
  • 2 pieces sweet potatoes (about 275g or 2 cups), peeled and chopped
  • 1 medium yellow onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, peeled
Liquids
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 400 ml full fat coconut milk (reserve 2 tablespoons for serving)
  • 750 ml vegetable or chicken stock or water
Spices
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes
Seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Roasting Method
  1. Preheat the oven to 190ºC (375ºF). Prepare the butternut squash and sweet potatoes by peeling and chopping them. Slice the onion and place all the vegetables in a roasting tin.
  2. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle on the spices. Roast for about 30 minutes until tender and golden.
Cooking Method
  1. If you prefer not to roast, place the chopped butternut squash, sweet potato, onion, and garlic into a saucepan. Pour 750 ml of stock or water over the vegetables.
  2. Bring to a boil and cook until everything is tender.
Blending and Finalizing
  1. Once the vegetables are cooked, blend the soup until smooth using a regular blender or an immersion blender.
  2. Stir in the coconut milk and adjust the seasoning with chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Add more liquid for a thinner soup if desired.
  3. Serve hot, garnished with a swirl of reserved coconut milk and fresh chopped coriander.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For freezing, place the soup in freezer-safe containers and store for up to 3 months. Reheat in a saucepan or microwave until hot.