Description
This Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Soup is a creamy, comforting, and flavorful dish perfect for chilly days. Made with tender butternut squash, aromatic spices, and a touch of coconut milk, it cooks effortlessly in a slow cooker, delivering a rich and smooth texture without much hands-on time.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 1 onion, peeled and quartered
- 3 cloves garlic, peeled
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Spices & Seasoning
- 1/4 tsp ground cumin
- 1/4 tsp ground coriander
- 1/4 tsp ground turmeric
- 1/4 tsp salt, or to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper, or to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Peel and cube the butternut squash, making sure to remove all seeds. Peel and quarter the onion, and peel the garlic cloves for added flavor.
- Add Ingredients to Slow Cooker: Drizzle olive oil into the slow cooker, then add the cubed butternut squash, quartered onion, whole garlic cloves, vegetable broth, coconut milk, and all the ground spices. Stir everything well to evenly distribute the flavors.
- Cook the Soup: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the butternut squash is tender and easily pierced with a fork.
- Blend the Soup: Use an immersion blender directly in the slow cooker to puree the soup until smooth and creamy. Make sure to blend thoroughly for a velvety texture.
- Season to Taste: Taste the soup and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot for a delicious and comforting meal.
Notes
- You can substitute coconut milk with heavy cream or almond milk for a different flavor profile.
- If you don’t have a slow cooker, you can cook the squash and vegetables on the stovetop in a large pot until tender, then blend.
- Adding a pinch of chili flakes during cooking can add a subtle heat to the soup.
- This soup stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and freezes nicely for up to 2 months.
- For added texture, garnish with roasted pumpkin seeds or fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
