It’s still cold and rainy here in the East this April, so I’m craving allllll the warm comfort foods-especially being at home so much. I don’t often make soup myself but this one was SO simple and delicious-not to mention vegan and plant-based. Butternut squash is a great source of potassium, fiber, and Vitamins C and A, so it aids in digestion, skin health, and immunity. Carrots are also a good source of fiber and potassium and of course vitamin A (beta carotene). Turmeric is anti-inflammatory and can even help alleviate stress (and depression) which we could all use right now!
Try this soup with a side of greens and topped with pumpkin seeds for a balanced meal. Let me know what you think!
Ingredients
Scale
1 large butternut squash
5 large carrots
4 cups of vegetable broth
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp of turmeric
4 cloves garlic
1 white onion
1/4 tsp cumin
1/4 tsp coriander
1 can of organic coconut milk
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
Peel the carrots and add in a baking dish with the garlic, salt, pepper and olive oil. Add the carrots and whole butternut squash in the oven. Cook for around 45 mins to 1 hour or until fork tender.
Cut the squash and separate the seeds. Scoop out the squash. Set aside.
Let sit until cool enough to transfer to a blender. Blend the ingredients until smooth. Transfer back to large pot and heat until the soup becomes the desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy!