Simple Summer Squash Soup

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This is a refreshing butternut squash soup recipe that is simple to make, delicious, and healthy!

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 (1 pound) butternut squash, peeled and cubed

  • ¼ cup water

  • ¾ cup whole milk

  • ½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese, or more to taste

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

  • 2 tablespoons sour cream, or to taste (Optional)

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste (Optional)

Directions

  1. Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add butternut squash, cover, and steam until tender, about 15 minutes.

  2. Blend squash and water together in a blender until smooth. Add milk and Cheddar cheese; blend until smooth. Season soup with salt and pepper.

  3. Transfer soup to serving bowls and top each with sour cream and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

151 Calories
8g Fat
16g Carbs
6g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 151
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g 10%
Saturated Fat 5g 24%
Cholesterol 23mg 8%
Sodium 154mg 7%
Total Carbohydrate 16g 6%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 6g 13%
Vitamin C 24mg 27%
Calcium 218mg 17%
Iron 1mg 5%
Potassium 497mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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