Best 3 Butternut Squash And Carrot Soup Recipes

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Butternut squash and carrot soup is a delicious, creamy, and nutritious soup that is perfect for a fall or winter meal. It is made with a combination of roasted butternut squash, carrots, onions, and garlic, and is simmered in a vegetable broth until the vegetables are tender. The soup is then puréed until smooth and creamy, and seasoned with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. This soup is a great source of vitamins A and C, and is also a good source of fiber and potassium.

In this article, you will find three different recipes for butternut squash and carrot soup. The first recipe is for a classic butternut squash and carrot soup, made with simple ingredients and a few basic steps. The second recipe is for a vegan butternut squash and carrot soup, made without any dairy or eggs. The third recipe is for a creamy butternut squash and carrot soup, made with a combination of roasted vegetables and a creamy sauce.

No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy this delicious and nutritious soup. So grab your ingredients and get cooking!

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BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND CARROT SOUP



Butternut Squash and Carrot Soup image

I got this golden soup recipe from a friend. Sometimes I add a few slices of red pepper to change up the flavor a bit. -Pat Roberts, Thornton, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 7h25m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, sliced
1/4 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
1 small butternut squash (about 2 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes (about 5 cups)
1 pound fresh baby carrots
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 carton (32 ounces) chicken broth
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
Sliced green onions, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute onion, garlic and ginger until tender, 4-5 minutes. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker., Add all remaining ingredients except cream and green onions. Cook, covered, on low until vegetables are soft, 7-9 hours., Puree soup using an immersion blender, or cool slightly and, in batches, puree in a blender and return to slow cooker. Stir in cream; heat through. If desired, top with green onions. Freeze option: Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth or milk if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 695mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MY SPICED BUTTERNUT SQUASH, SWEET POTATO, CARROT AND ORANGE SOUP



My Spiced Butternut Squash, Sweet Potato, Carrot and Orange Soup image

This was inspired by my other butternut squash soup recipe (#402703). The orange flavoring is optional. I use pre-cut, cubed squash when I can find it or frozen squash. You can also use a small fresh butternut squash. (The prep time assumes you are using pre-cut or frozen squash.) I use almond milk in this recipe (I like Almond Breeze) instead of cream or half and half. You can save a little time by roughly chopping the onion and garlic, because the soup will be pureed later. I do chop the ginger rather finely because it is so fibrous, and I don't want lumps in the soup that didn't get pureed.

Provided by coconutty

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

24 ounces peeled and cubed butternut squash (weighed after peeling)
1 large sweet potato, peeled and cut in 1/2 inch dice (I used one that weighed almost a pound before peeling)
3 small carrots, sliced
1 -2 tablespoon oil
1/2 large onion, chopped
2 -3 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot
4 cups chicken broth (I use organic low-sodium)
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (or more to taste)
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (or more to taste)
almond milk (I use Almond Breeze unsweetened original or unsweetened vanilla)
fresh ground pepper
salt
fresh orange juice (optional)

Steps:

  • If you are using a fresh butternut squash, cut it in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Peel it and cut it into 1-inch chunks.
  • Heat the oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until it softens, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and ginger root and cook until fragrant, about 3 minutes.
  • While the onions are cooking, peel and dice the sweet potato and carrots.
  • Add the cut vegetables and broth; bring to a boil. Lower heat and cook at a gentle boil until the squash is fork-tender, about 20 minutes (but this depends on the size of your squash cubes).
  • Puree the soup in several stages in a blender. For safety's sake, since the soup is hot, do not fill the jar more than about 1/4 full each time, and blend on a low speed, covering the lid with an oven mitt. The soup should be completely smooth and a little thicker than heavy cream.
  • Rinse your soup pot to remove any small chunks of food and strain it if you like (I do not strain).
  • Heat the soup through again and season to taste with cinnamon, nutmeg, black pepper and salt.
  • Add some almond milk, a little at a time, to give soup a creamier consistency. (Instead of almond milk or Almond Breeze, you could probably use soy or rice milk or half and half).
  • Just before serving, add about 2-3 teaspoons fresh orange juice (or to taste) to each bowl, if desired; stir to blend into soup.
  • This soup tastes fine when it has been reheated. The soup will thicken as it chills, so you may want to add extra spice right at the start, if you know you will be re-heating some later. You will need extra Almond Breeze to thin it out after it has been refrigerated. I have kept it in the fridge for as long as 4 days and it was fine.
  • You can sub pumpkin pie spice for the ground spices listed.
  • Because the veggies make the broth very flavorful, you can also use half chicken broth and half water (2 cups of each) with good results.

GORDON RAMSAY'S SPICED CARROT AND BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP



GORDON RAMSAY'S SPICED CARROT AND BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP image

Categories     Soup/Stew     Vegetable     Healthy

Yield 4 Peeps

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 red onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 tbsp olive oil
2 large carrots, peeled
1 medium butternut squash, peeled and deseeded
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
2-3 thyme sprigs, leaves picked
1 red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped, or ¼ tsp dried crushed chillies
1.2 litres chicken or vegetable stock
75g dried spaghetti or small pasta shells
Freshly grated Parmesan, to serve

Steps:

  • 1 Sweat the onion and garlic in the oil over a medium heat for 5-7 minutes until soft. Chop the carrots and butternut squash into 1.5cm dice and add to the pan. Season and cook for another 6-7 minutes until the vegetables start to soften. 2 Stir in the thyme leaves and the fresh or dried chilli, then pour in the stock. Stir and bring to the boil. Simmer for 25-30 minutes until the carrots and squash are soft and beginning to break down. 3 Break the spaghetti into small pieces into the soup or add the pasta shells. Stir well and return to the boil. Simmer for about 10 minutes or until the pasta is cooked and the soup has thickened slightly. Check for seasoning and ladle into soup bowls. Sprinkle with the Parmesan and serve.

Tips:

  • Choose the right squash: Look for butternut squash with a deep orange color and a firm, heavy feel. Avoid any squash with soft spots or blemishes.
  • Roast the squash and carrots: Roasting the vegetables before adding them to the soup intensifies their flavor and gives the soup a slightly smoky taste.
  • Use a good-quality vegetable broth: The broth is the base of the soup, so it's important to use a good-quality broth. Look for a broth that is low in sodium and made with real vegetables.
  • Don't overcook the soup: The soup should be simmered until the vegetables are tender, but not mushy. Overcooking the soup will make it bland and watery.
  • Serve the soup with your favorite toppings: Some popular toppings for butternut squash and carrot soup include croutons, grated Parmesan cheese, roasted pumpkin seeds, and a dollop of sour cream.

Conclusion:

Butternut squash and carrot soup is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a fall or winter meal. It is a great way to use up leftover squash and carrots, and it is also a good source of vitamins and minerals. With its creamy texture and sweet flavor, this soup is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.

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