Creamy Honey Roasted Acorn Squash Soup: A Cozy, Indulgent Treat
A rich and creamy soup made with roasted acorn squash and honey, perfect for cold weather.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: soup
- Method: roasting, blending, cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: vegetarian
- 2 acorn squashes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the acorn squashes in half and scoop out the seeds. Brush the flesh with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Roast the squashes cut side down on a baking sheet for about 30 minutes, until tender.
- In a pot, sauté onion and garlic until softened.
- Once the squashes are roasted, scoop the flesh into the pot with sautéed onion and garlic.
- Add vegetable broth and nutmeg, then simmer for 10 minutes.
- Blend the soup until smooth, then stir in heavy cream and honey.
- Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk and honey with maple syrup.
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for some heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Creamy Honey Roasted Acorn Squash Soup