Soup
Slow Cooker Vegan Butternut Squash Soup
On December 12, 2023 by userCertainly! Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Slow Cooker Vegan Butternut Squash Soup:
Ingredients:
- 1 large butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (optional, for added sweetness)
- Chopped fresh parsley or chives, for garnish (optional)
- Croutons or roasted pumpkin seeds, for topping (optional)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Vegetables:
- Peel, seed, and dice the butternut squash. Chop the onion, carrots, and apples.
2. Slow Cooker Setup:
- Place the diced butternut squash, chopped onion, carrots, and apples in the slow cooker.
3. Add Broth and Spices:
- Pour in the vegetable broth.
- Add ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, salt, and black pepper.
4. Cook:
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the vegetables are tender.
5. Blend:
- Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a blender and blend until smooth, then return it to the slow cooker.
6. Add Coconut Milk:
- Stir in the coconut milk and maple syrup (if using). Adjust the seasoning to taste.
7. Warm Through:
- Allow the soup to warm through for an additional 15-30 minutes.
8. Serve:
- Ladle the vegan butternut squash soup into bowls.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or chives, and add croutons or roasted pumpkin seeds on top if desired.
9. Enjoy:
- Serve the soup hot and enjoy the comforting flavors.
This slow cooker vegan butternut squash soup is not only delicious but also easy to make. The combination of sweet butternut squash, apples, and warming spices creates a satisfying and nourishing soup perfect for fall and winter.