Butternut Squash–Ginger Soup with Quinoa
Butternut Squash–Ginger Soup with Quinoa is silky and gently spiced, with warm cumin and fresh ginger lifting the natural sweetness of the squash. A side of buttery quinoa adds light, nutty texture for a balanced, gluten-free bowl. Serve it for a cozy weeknight dinner or a soothing lunch on crisp fall days.
- Prep10 hrs
- Cook16 hrs
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Butternut Squash–Ginger Soup with Quinoa, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 57 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 25 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 94 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 42
- Heart Health
- 57
- Metabolic
- 55
- Digestive
- 32
- Inflammatory
- 39
- Performance
- 55
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat 1 tablespoon butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir the onion until softened, 5 to 10 minutes. Add the chicken broth, butternut squash, ginger, and cumin to the onion and simmer over medium heat until the squash is very soft, about 20 minutes.
- 2
Pour the squash mixture into a blender, filling it no more than halfway. Cover and hold the lid down; pulse a few times, then blend continuously. Puree in batches until smooth. Season the soup with salt and pepper.
- 3
Bring salted water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender and the water is absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Stir 1 tablespoon butter into the cooked quinoa and season with salt. Spoon the quinoa into the soup.
- Calories 340.81 kcal Moderate 17%
- Protein 11.8 g Good Source 24%
- Carbohydrate 56.36 g 20%
- Total Fat 8.43 g Moderate 11%
- Saturated Fat 2.27 g Moderate 11%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 17.65 mg Moderate 6%
- Sodium 600.13 mg High 26%
- Dietary Fiber 8.85 g Good Source 32%
- Total Sugars 8.16 g --
- Added Sugars 3.37 g Moderate 7%
- Calcium 128.32 mg Low Source 10%
- Iron 3.69 mg Good Source 21%
- Potassium 829.68 mg Moderate 18%
- Vitamin A 1081.05 mcg Good Source 120%
- Vitamin C 43.04 mg Good Source 48%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Butternut Squash Ginger Soup with Quinoa is an American dinner recipe made with 10 ingredients. It takes about 26 hrs, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Butter, Butternut Squash, Chicken Broth, and Fresh Ginger. Each serving provides about 340.81 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Butternut Squash–Ginger Soup with Quinoa?
- It is an American soup recipe made with 10 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
- What is Butternut Squash–Ginger Soup with Quinoa made of?
- The main ingredients are Butter, Butternut Squash, Chicken Broth, Fresh Ginger, Ground Cumin. The full list of 10 is above.
- What goes well with Butternut Squash–Ginger Soup with Quinoa?
- Explore these American side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Butternut Squash–Ginger Soup with Quinoa?
- About 26 hrs in total: 10 hrs to prepare and 16 hrs to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 340.81 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Butternut Squash–Ginger Soup with Quinoa easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Butternut Squash–Ginger Soup with Quinoa healthy?
- Butternut Squash–Ginger Soup with Quinoa has an easyChef Pro health score of 56/100. Per serving, it provides 340.81 calories and 11.8 g of protein, or 24% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron, vitamin A and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 600.13 mg (26% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 2.27 g (11% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 3.37 g (7% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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