Butternut Squash Leek Soup
Butternut Squash Leek Soup blends sweet squash, mellow leeks, and carrots into a velvety puree thickened with toasted Italian bread instead of dairy. Warm spices add gentle depth, while caramelized apples on top bring a bright, sweet contrast. Ideal for a cozy fall dinner or a refined starter at a seasonal gathering.
- Prep25 mins
- Cook45 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a large stockpot over medium heat. Add the carrots, leeks, and onions. Cook, stirring, until they soften and are no longer crispy, 5 to 10 minutes. Add the squash; sauté for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and cover.
- 2
Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a skillet over medium heat. Gently fry the bread until browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the bread to the stockpot; stir in the allspice and ginger. Cook, covered, until the squash has softened, about 30 minutes.
- 3
Meanwhile, heat the remaining oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the apple and brown sugar. Fry until the apples are well browned and begin to develop a crispy crust, 10 to 15 minutes.
- 4
Purée the contents of the stockpot with an immersion blender until smooth and free of chunks. Garnish the soup with the caramelized apples.
- Calories 529.86 kcal High
- Protein 11.6 g Good Source
- Carbs 108.36 g Moderate
- Total Fat 7.66 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 1.28 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.43 mg Low Source
- Sodium 516.66 mg High
- Fiber 22.88 g Good Source
- Sugar 41.72 g High
- Added Sugar 24.8 g High
- Calcium 197.77 mg Moderate
- Iron 4.68 mg Good Source
- Potassium 814.91 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 603.95 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 30.55 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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- Gluten
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About This Recipe
Butternut Squash Leek Soup is a soup recipe made with 12 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 10 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Brown Sugar, Butternut Squash, Cut Leeks, and Diced Carrots. Each serving provides about 529.86 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Butternut Squash Leek Soup?
- It is a soup recipe made with 12 ingredients, usually served for soup.
- What is Butternut Squash Leek Soup made of?
- The main ingredients are Brown Sugar, Butternut Squash, Cut Leeks, Diced Carrots, Diced Yellow Onion. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Butternut Squash Leek Soup?
- About 1 hr 10 mins in total: 25 mins to prepare and 45 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 529.86 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Butternut Squash Leek Soup easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 4 steps.
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