Creamy Vegan Butternut Squash Soup

This Creamy Vegan Butternut Squash Soup is the ultimate easy comfort food for fall. This plant-based rendition of a classic butternut squash soup is not only velvety and rich but also brimming with wholesome ingredients. It's a delightful way to celebrate the autumn season's bounty and enjoy a nourishing, vegetable-packed delicious meal.

Butternut squash is one of my favorite vegetables to make in the fall. I absolutely love my Butternut Squash Dip and my Roasted Butternut Squash Quinoa Salad. However, these are not especially comforting recipes. Therefore I wanted to create the ultimate comforting soup recipe using one of my favorite fall vegetables. 

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Vegan Butternut Squash Soup Ingredients:

This vegan butternut squash soup recipe is great because it is made with super simple ingredients you can pick up at your local grocery store or quickly order online and the whole family will love it. 

• Vegetable Broth - Vegetable broth serves as the flavorful base of the soup. It's low in calories and provides essential nutrients, making it a healthier alternative to chicken broth.
• Wilderness Poets Cashew Cream & Milk SPiN - Cashews are the star of this creamy soup, creating a luscious texture without dairy. They are packed with healthy fats and protein, contributing to the soup's creaminess and richness. I love using Wilderness Poets SPiN nut milk concentrates because you can adjust the creaminess to your personal preference. It's made with just cashews and no added ingredients or preservatives so it's a truly healthy nut milk concentrate. As always my code: "NATURALVEGAN" gets you $10 off your Wilderness Poets purchase!
• Onions - Onions add a savory depth of flavor to the soup. They are a source of antioxidants and provide dietary fiber, contributing to a well-rounded nutritional profile.
• Butternut Squash - Butternut squash is the heart of this healthy butternut squash soup for good reason, offering a rich, sweet flavor and a vibrant orange hue. It's loaded with vitamins, especially vitamins A and C, and is known for its high fiber content. 
• Garlic - Garlic infuses the soup with a delightful aroma and a hint of spice. It boasts numerous potential health benefits, including immune system support and cardiovascular health. Garlic is the best way to easily add depth and flavor to any soup.
• Thyme - Thyme is a fragrant herb that adds a warm, earthy note to the soup. It's rich in antioxidants and has potential antimicrobial properties.
• Sea Salt - A touch of sea salt enhances the flavors in the soup while providing essential minerals to support your overall health.
• Black Pepper - Black pepper is essential for achieving a savory, balanced taste in the soup. It also aids in the absorption of certain nutrients.
• Ground Sage -  Ground sage contributes a hint of earthy, peppery flavor to the soup. Sage is rich in essential oils and antioxidants, potentially offering health benefits.
• Coconut Aminos - Coconut aminos provide a savory, umami-rich flavor while keeping the soup gluten-free. They are a lower-sodium alternative to soy sauce. I love using them when I am roasting vegetables, especially butternut squash because it has a sweetness that brings out so much flavor.
• Wilderness Poets Miso Nooch - Miso nooch adds a savory, cheese-like depth to the soup. Miso nooch is chickpea miso which is full of healthy probiotics and the best cheesy flavor.
• Hazelnuts - Hazelnuts offer a delightful crunch and rich, nutty flavors. They provide healthy fats, protein, and essential nutrients, enhancing the overall taste and nutrition of the soup.

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How To Make Roasted Butternut Squash Soup:

This easy butternut squash soup recipe is perfect because it is a beautiful and delicious soup that only takes a few quick and easy steps to make. It is perfect for soup season, holidays, or any time of year when you're craving hearty soups. 

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare the Vegetables: Begin by peeling the butternut squash with a vegetable peeler and removing the seeds. Cut it into medium-sized chunks and add to a baking sheet. Roughly chop the onion and peel the garlic cloves. Add them to the baking sheet. Drizzle the coconut aminos on top and sprinkle with thyme and ground sage. Lightly toss to ensure all the vegetables are evenly coated.
3. Roast the Vegetables: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for approximately 30-35 minutes or until they become tender and slightly caramelized. You can check the doneness of the roasted veggies by piercing the butternut squash with a fork; it should be soft.
4. Blending: You can either blend the roasted veggies with an immersion blender in the large pot you will be cooking the coup in, or you can add the mixture to a high-speed blender. Add the roasted veggies to the blender along with half of the vegetable broth, and the cashew cream SPiN and blend until a velvety texture has been achieved. 
5. Cooking The Soup: Pour the creamy butternut squash soup mixture into a large soup pot and add the remaining vegetable broth. Mix until well combined. Sprinkle the miso nooch on top and mix again. Cover and set to medium heat and allow to cook for 15-20 minutes.
6. Serving: Once the soup has cooked for a little bit and you are ready to serve, make the cashew cream by combining the SPiN and water in a blender and blending until thick and creamy. It should resemble heavy cream. Pour the cashew cream in a circle on the top of the soup. Add fresh herbs, crushed hazelnuts, and black pepper. Serve and enjoy!

Hint: The longer the soup cooks, the more flavor will develop. This hot soup tastes great when cooked in a slow cooker or instant pot.

Substitutions:

There are a variety of easy and delicious substitutions that can be made to this recipe if needed. Here are some of the common substitutions that can be made to this recipe if needed. 

• Sweet Potatoes - If you're not a huge fan of butternut squash, you can replace it with sweet potatoes. I recommend peeling the sweet potatoes before roasting, and adding an extra cup of vegetable broth to the soup since they contain more starches. 
• Pumpkin Seeds - If you're looking for a nut-free replacement for the hazelnuts, you can replace them with raw pumpkin seeds. You can pick up organic raw pumpkin seeds at Wilderness Poets as well using my code "NATURALVEGAN" for a discount. 
• Coconut Cream - If you have a nut allergy and prefer using coconuts instead of cashew cream, you can use full-fat coconut milk as the topping for this vegan butternut squash soup.

If you have any questions about a particular substitution not listed make sure to leave a comment and I'll get back to you as quickly as possible!

Creamy Vegan Butternut Squash Soup Variations:

There are plenty of easy and delicious ways to mix up this vegan butternut squash soup recipe. Here are some of my favorite ways to make it. 

• Chunky - You can set aside some of the roasted veggies and add them back in for more texture in the soup. 
• High Protein Lentil Soup - You can add some red lentils to quickly and easily increase the protein content of this vegan soup.
• Low Fat - Although this soup is already relatively low in fat, you can use light coconut milk or almond milk for a low-calorie cream replacement.
• Spiced Butternut Squash Soup - You can add a variety of warm spices to add flavor and mix this soup up the next time you make it. Fresh ginger, ground cloves, and cinnamon are all great options. 
• Extra Veggies - You can add vegetables like the ones in this Easy Potato Carrot Soup for added nutrients.

What You Need To Make This Vegan Soup Recipe:

This healthy butternut squash soup recipe is the perfect easy vegan dinner recipe because it requires very few steps and hardly any equipment. Here's what you need to make this soup recipe:

1. Large Soup Pot: A large soup pot is essential for sautéing the vegetables and simmering the soup. Make sure it has a lid for covering while simmering.
2. Cutting Board and Knife: You'll need a cutting board to chop the onions and peel, seed, and cube the butternut squash, garlic cloves, and onion. A sharp knife will make these tasks easier.
3. Immersion Blender or Regular Blender: You'll need either an immersion blender or a regular blender to puree the soup. If using a regular blender, be sure to let the soup cool slightly before blending, and work in batches if necessary.
4. Wooden Spoon or Cooking Utensils: These will help you stir the soup and make sure nothing sticks to the pot.
5. Measuring Cups and Spoons: Accurate measurements are important when adding seasonings and ingredients, so have measuring cups and spoons on hand.
6. Baking Sheet: You will need a baking sheet to roast the veggies on.
7. Soup Bowls and Ladle: For serving the finished soup, you'll need soup bowls and a ladle to portion it out.

Having these kitchen tools ready will make the process of preparing your delicious Creamy Vegan Butternut Squash Soup much more convenient and enjoyable.

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​How To Store This Easy Vegan Butternut Squash Soup:

This roasted butternut squash soup is a great meal to make ahead because it's so easy to store and it's so easy to store. The best way to store this soup is in an airtight container. If stored properly this vegan butternut squash soup will store for 2 weeks.

This soup can also be frozen. If you plan to freeze it make sure to freeze it in an airtight container. It can be stored for up to 3 months. 

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