This Butternut Squash and Red Pepper Soup is a delicious blend of healthy veggies, coconut milk, and red lentils, creating a silky and flavorful dish perfect for cold winter days.
Author:Laura
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:35 minutes
Total Time:50 minutes
Yield:6 servings
Category:Dinner
Method:Simmering, Blending
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the soup:
1 Tablespoon olive oil
1 butternut squash (about 4 cups cubed)
2 red bell peppers, chopped
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 Tablespoons ginger, minced
2 teaspoons curry powder
1 cup red lentils, rinsed
½ cup orange juice
1 teaspoon honey
4 cups vegetable stock
15 oz can coconut milk
For garnish:
Goat cheese and chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
Prep the veggies: Peel and cube the butternut squash, chop the bell peppers, mince the garlic and ginger.
Saute the veggies: In a pot, saute squash and peppers, then add garlic, ginger, and curry powder.
Cook the soup: Add lentils, orange juice, honey, and stock. Simmer until tender, then stir in coconut milk.
Blend: Puree the soup until smooth.
Serve: Garnish with goat cheese and parsley, and enjoy!
Notes
Use a vegetable peeler for squash and ginger.
Blend soup until very smooth.
Adjust thickness as needed.
Experiment with various toppings like feta, seeds, or fresh herbs.