Apple And Squash Soup Recipe

Warm up your autumn with this vibrant and spicy Apple and Squash Soup! This recipe perfectly blends sweet apples with savory squash and a touch of warming spices. The creamy texture and delightful kick of cayenne pepper will make it a fall favorite. Easy to make and perfect for a cozy night in!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 260.1 kcal
Protein 11g
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Ingredients for Apple And Squash Soup

  • 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 medium Sweet Onion, chopped
  • 2 Garlic Cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Curry Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper (or more, to taste)
  • 1.5 lbs Butternut Squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth
  • 1 cup Water
  • 2 medium Tart Apples (such as Honeycrisp or Fuji), peeled, cored, and chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • White Pepper
  • 1/2 cup Light Cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Cream (for a vegan option)

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How to Make Apple And Squash Soup

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive or vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and sauté until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
  3. Add 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1 teaspoon curry powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more, to taste).
  4. Cook, stirring constantly, for 30 seconds.
  5. Add 1.5 lbs butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed, 4 cups chicken broth, 1 cup water, 2 medium apples (such as Honeycrisp or Fuji), peeled, cored, and chopped, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  7. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes, or until the squash is tender.
  8. Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup light cream or coconut cream (for a vegan option).
  9. Carefully puree the soup in a blender or food processor in batches. Return the soup to the pot and heat through.
  10. Serve hot and garnish as desired (e.g., with a dollop of cream, chopped apples, or toasted pumpkin seeds).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

54g

Fat

18g

Carbs

12g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Apple And Squash Soup?

Apple And Squash Soup takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Apple And Squash Soup?

Apple And Squash Soup has approximately 260.1 calories per serving, with about 11 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates and 18 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Apple And Squash Soup?

The key ingredients for Apple And Squash Soup are Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Sweet Onion, Garlic Cloves, Curry Powder, Ground Cumin, Cayenne Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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