Instant-Pot Butternut Squash Soup
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
5 Cups
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Calories
115 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Instant-Pot Butternut Squash Soup
Description
Instant-Pot Butternut Squash Soup begins by sautéing onion, cinnamon, ginger, cumin, and salt to build a fragrant base. Cubed butternut squash and apple add natural sweetness and body, while vegetable broth provides liquid to cook the solids under pressure for eight minutes. After cooking, blending the hot mixture smooth with coconut milk results in a creamy texture and subtle richness. The spices contribute mild warmth without overpowering the delicate flavor of the squash and apple.
This preparation delivers a well-rounded soup that is smooth and silky, suitable as a starter or light meal. The coconut milk adds creaminess while keeping the soup dairy-free.
The method benefits from pressure cooking to soften ingredients quickly and retain flavors. Flavor balance can be adjusted with additional seasoning if desired after blending.
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup onion roughly chopped
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin ground
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger minced, fresh
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 apple cubed, large
- 3 heaping cups butternut squash peeled, seeded and cubed
- 2 cups vegetable broth not reduced sodium
- 1/2 cup coconut milk light, canned
Instructions
- Heat the oil in the Instant Pot on 'Sauté' mode. Add in the onion, cinnamon, ginger, cumin and salt. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Add in the apple, squash, and broth. Cover and make sure the lid is set to 'Sealing'. Cook on manual high pressure for 8 minutes. Let pressure release naturally.
- Once the pressure has released, transfer the soup to a high powered blender, such as a Blendtec, and add the coconut milk. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 5Cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 115 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 115kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 21.7g | 7% |
| Protein | 1.7g | 3% |
| Fat | 3.5g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5g | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.3g | 7% |
| Sodium | 858mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 421mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 4.9g | 20% |
| Sugar | 8.3g | 17% |
| Vitamin A | 176IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 37mg | 41% |
| Calcium | 5.7mg | 1% |
| Iron | 6.2mg | 34% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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