Butternut Squash Soup (paleo, AIP, Whole 30, dairy-free, gluten-free)

I love making this soup because it is so easy! The most challenging part is peeling and cutting the butternut squash though! I found that Costco has peeled and precut squash and this soup became a staple in our house during fall season. Sometimes I add a tiny dash of cayenne pepper to bring out the fire and add more flavor. But be careful if you decide to do that! A tiny bit of cayenne pepper goes a LONG way!

The Directions

  • 1 Tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 5 cups peeled & chopped butternut squash 
  • sea salt to taste
  • 1 can full-fat coconut milk (14 ounces)
  • 2-3 cups bone or chicken broth
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
  • roasted pumpkin seeds and coconut milk for garnish (instead of sour cream) – omit for AIP diet.

Instructions

  1. Add oil, chopped onion, and garlic to a large pot set on medium-high heat. Sauté for 5-8 minutes, stirring frequently.
  2. Add chopped butternut squash and seasoning to the pot.
  3. Add coconut milk and bone broth to the pot and bring it to a low boil over medium heat.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes. The squash should be tender once cooked through.
  5. I personally do not use an immersion blender as it does not blend the butternut squash enough. I also stay away from pouring hot liquids into my plastic Blendtec.
  6. Cool off the soup to room temperature, transfer soup to a blender and purée on high until creamy and smooth.
  7. Pour soup back into the large pot. Reheat if ready to eat it, if not – put the pot into the fridge.
  8. Garnish with roasted pumpkin seeds and coconut milk and serve!

Butternut Squash Fall Soup

Have you tried butternut squash before?