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protein-packed butternut squash soup

Ultimate Protein-Packed Butternut Squash Soup for Cozy Nights

Enjoy a bowl of protein-packed butternut squash soup, perfect for chilly nights and nourishing for the body.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: SOUPS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 cup Full-Fat Small-Curd Cottage Cheese substitute with full-fat ricotta if needed
  • 1 medium Butternut Squash can be swapped with sweet potatoes or carrots
  • 2 tbsp Extra-Virgin Olive Oil can use any mild oil as a substitute
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Freshly-Ground Black Pepper add to your liking
  • 1/2 bulb Garlic use the bottom half for roasting
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Thyme can replace with 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
  • 1 can White Beans (canned) adds additional creaminess and protein
  • 2 tbsp Pure Maple Syrup agave syrup can be used as an alternative
  • 1 dash Ground Nutmeg can omit if not available
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper adjust based on heat preference
  • 3 cups Low-Sodium Vegetable Broth can be replaced with chicken broth if needed
  • 1/4 cup Toasted Pepitas for garnishing
  • 4 slices Crusty Bread any style of French or sourdough bread

Equipment

  • Dutch Oven
  • Immersion blender

Method
 

How to Make Protein-Packed Butternut Squash Soup
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Let the cottage cheese sit at room temperature.
  2. Prep the butternut squash by peeling and cubing it. Toss with olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper.
  3. Arrange the garlic in the center, sprinkle thyme, and drizzle remaining oil over the veggies. Roast for 45-55 minutes.
  4. Remove the pot, discard thyme, and squeeze roasted garlic into the pot.
  5. Combine white beans, cottage cheese, maple syrup, nutmeg, cayenne, and broth in the pot. Blend until smooth.
  6. Reheat on medium-low, taste, and adjust seasoning. Garnish with pepitas and serve with crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 7gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Make sure the cottage cheese is at room temperature for a creamier consistency. Experiment with different beans for flavor variations.

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