Miso Butternut Squash Soup

Soup & Salad | February 3, 2016 | By Asian Caucasian

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This is one of my favorite fall/winter/spring soups! It’s just so easy to prepare and is loaded with all good things (vitamins A, E & C, fiber, magnesium, and potassium). Butternut squash tastes sweet when cooked and this soup is no exception. I highly recommend buying the squash already peeled and cubed so you don’t end up losing a finger trying to slice it open! You can top this soup with your favorite herbs and toasted pumpkin seeds. It’s hearty, filling, and healthy!

Miso Butternut Squash Soup

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Author: Asian Caucasian

Serving Size: 4

Ingredients

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 pounds butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cubed
5 cups low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
3 tablespoons yellow miso paste
Handful of chopped fresh herbs (like thyme)
Salt & pepper to taste
Fresh herbs for topping (thyme or cilantro)
2 cups raw whole pumpkin seeds for toasting
Drizzle of crème fraîche for topping (optional)

Instructions

In a large stock pot, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and stir until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Add in the squash and cook another 5 minutes. Stir in the chicken broth, yellow miso, and herbs. Bring to a boil and cook until squash is tender, about 20 minutes.
Turn off the heat and puree using either an immersion blender or standard blender. Blend until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper. Add toppings when ready to serve.
To make the toasted pumpkin seeds: Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Add raw pumpkin seeds to a sheet pan in a single layer, do not overlap. Spray pumpkin seeds with canola cooking spray and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook in oven for 20 to 25 minutes, making sure to check them and toss the seeds periodically so they don't burn!

Notes

When pumpkin seeds start making a popping sound in the oven they are starting to toast. Watch carefully at this point and toss periodically.