Best 6 Acorn Squash And Sweet Potato Soup Vegetarian Recipes

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In the realm of delectable vegetarian soups, acorn squash and sweet potato soup stands as a shining beacon of flavor and nutrition. This delectable dish, crafted with a harmonious blend of sweet, earthy, and savory notes, promises a culinary experience that is both comforting and nourishing. As the cool weather beckons us to seek warmth and sustenance, embark on a culinary journey to discover the secrets of crafting the perfect acorn squash and sweet potato soup, a symphony of flavors that will delight your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied and invigorated.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

ACORN SQUASH AND SWEET POTATO SOUP (VEGETARIAN)



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This is one of my favorite soups. It can easily be vegan-ized by substituting the cream with plain soy milk. The original recipe is from the book "1000 Vegetarian Recipes from Around the World"

Provided by veganfeline

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

350 g sweet potatoes
1 acorn squash
4 shallots
1 tablespoon olive oil
6 garlic cloves, unpeeled
3 3/4 cups vegetable broth
1/2 cup light cream
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375F / 190C.
  • Cut the sweet potato, squash and shallot in half lengthwise. Brush the cut sides with oil.
  • Put the vegetables, cut sides down in a shallow roasting pan with the garlic cloves.
  • Roast in the preheated oven for about 40 minutes until tender and light brown.
  • When cool, scoop the flesh from the potatoe and squash halves and put in a pan with the shallots. Remove the garlic peel and add the soft insides to the other vegetables.
  • Add the broth and a pinch of salt.
  • Bring to just a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, partially covered, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are very tender (about 30 minutes.).
  • Let the soup cool slightly, then transfer to a blender and puree until smooth (working in batches if necessary).
  • Return the soup to the pan and stir in the cream.
  • Season to taste and simmer for 5-10 minutes until completely heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151.9, Fat 6.2, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 13.2, Sodium 44.4, Carbohydrate 23.2, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 2.5, Protein 2.5

CARROT, SWEET POTATO AND SQUASH SOUP



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This scratch soup is a delicious meal or Thanksgiving starter or a clever use-up for leftovers of any of the 3 main ingredients after the holiday.

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Time 55m

Yield 4 to 6 servings as an entree or 8 to 10 as a starter

Number Of Ingredients 25

2 tablespoons EVOO
2 tablespoons butter
1 to 2 tablespoons puree of chipotle in adobo, medium to spicy heat level (freeze the remainder in a plastic baggie)
1 teaspoon ground coriander, 1/3 palmful
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/3 palmful
1 teaspoon paprika, 1/3 palmful
2 onions, chopped
1 crisp apple, peeled and chopped
One 1-inch piece ginger root, finely chopped or grated
A little freshly grated nutmeg
A pinch of ground cinnamon
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 cups chicken stock, plus extra to reheat
About 1 tablespoon honey
1 1/2 pounds kabocha, butternut squash or pumpkin, peeled and chopped (or leftover roasted)
1 pound organic carrots, peeled and chopped
2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped
1 tablespoon lemon or orange juice
Finely chopped red onions or scallions
Toasted pumpkin seeds
Crumbled browned Mexican chorizo
Creme fraiche
Shredded smoked Cheddar or smoked gouda
Chopped fresh parsley or cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat the EVOO in a soup pot over medium-high heat, add the butter and melt into the oil. Add the chipotle, coriander, cumin, paprika, garlic, onions, apple, ginger, cinnamon and some nutmeg and salt and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes partially covered. Then add the stock, honey, kabocha, carrots and potatoes. Cook partially covered until very tender, 30 minutes. Puree with an immersion blender or in batches in a food processor. Cool and store for a make-ahead meal. Reheat over medium heat and add 1 cup of stock or water to loosen the soup enough to reheat.
  • To serve, add a little citrus juice for a pop and top shallow bowls or cups of soup with assorted toppings of your choice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 calorie, Fat 10 grams, SaturatedFat 3.5 grams, Cholesterol 10 milligrams, Sodium 275 milligrams, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fiber 7.5 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 16 grams

ROASTED ACORN SQUASH SOUP



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Mellow acorn squash is roasted and blended with other ingredients to create a smooth and delicious soup.

Provided by FutureChefShay

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Squash Soup Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 acorn squash, halved and seeded
water, as needed
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large sweet onion, chopped
1 large carrot, peeled and chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
3 ½ cups low-sodium chicken stock
¼ cup half-and-half
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Put squash into a baking dish with the cut side down. Pour enough water into the baking dish to cover the bottom.
  • Bake in preheated oven until the flesh of the squash is easily pricked with a fork, about 45 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool until squash can be handled. Scoop flesh into a bowl and set aside.
  • Melt butter in a pot over medium-high heat. Cook onion, carrot, and garlic in melted butter until soft, 5 to 7 minutes. Pour chicken stock into the pot; add the squash.
  • Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes.
  • Pour mixture into a blender no more than half full. Cover and hold lid down; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend. Puree in batches until smooth and return to pot.
  • Stir half-and-half, nutmeg, and cinnamon through the blended soup; season with salt and pepper. Thin the soup with water if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.4 calories, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 21.3 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 125.3 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

BUTTERNUT SQUASH SWEET POTATO SOUP



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Lots of taste and beta carotene!

Provided by BVDB

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Sweet Potato Soup Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup butter
1 butternut squash - peeled, seeded, and cut into chunks
1 sweet potato, peeled and cut into chunks
1 carrot, peeled and chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 sweet onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
4 cups chicken stock, or as needed
3 small sweet bell peppers, chopped
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Cook and stir butternut squash, sweet potato, carrot, celery, onion, and garlic in hot butter until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour chicken stock and sweet bell peppers into butternut squash mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until squash and potato are tender, about 40 minutes.
  • Pour squash mixture into a blender no more than half full. Cover and hold lid down; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend. Puree in batches until smooth.
  • Return pureed soup to pot and season with salt and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Carbohydrate 28.2 g, Cholesterol 15.6 mg, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 416.3 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

BROWN SUGAR BAKED SWEET POTATOES AND ACORN SQUASH



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Provided by Andrea Albin

Categories     Side     Bake     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Dinner     Squash     Sweet Potato/Yam     Fall     Healthy     Christmas Eve     Butter     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 large sweet potatoes (1 3/4 pounds total), peeled and sliced crosswise 1/2 inch thick
1 large acorn squash (3 to 3 1/2 pounds), halved lengthwise, seeded, and sliced crosswise 1/2 inch thick
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon grated nutmeg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F with racks in upper and lower thirds.
  • Toss sweet potatoes and squash with butter, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Divide between two 17-by 11-inch 4-sided sheet pans. Bake, switching position of pans halfway through, 25 minutes.
  • Stir together brown sugar and nutmeg. Turn vegetable slices and sprinkle evenly with sugar mixture. Bake until golden and tender, 35 to 40 minutes more.

POTATO AND SQUASH SOUP



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Make and share this Potato and Squash Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ChrysalisUnfurled

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter
1 cup finely chopped onion
3 cups diced peeled potatoes
3 cups diced peeled butternut squash
4 cups chicken stock
1 cup finely shredded spinach
1 1/4 cups finely sliced green onions
3/4 teaspoon cider vinegar
pepper

Steps:

  • In large saucepan melt butter over low heat.
  • Cover and cook onion 3 to 5 minutes or until soft.
  • Stir in potatoes and squash coating evenly.
  • Pour in stock; cover and bring to boil over high heat.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for about 30 minutes or until veggies are tender.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Mash veggies lightly to thicken soup but do not puree.
  • Stir in spinach, green onions, pepper to taste.

Tips:

  • Choose acorn squash and sweet potatoes that are firm and have no blemishes.
  • Pierce the squash and potatoes with a fork before baking to help them cook evenly.
  • Roast the squash and potatoes until they are tender and slightly browned.
  • Use a blender or immersion blender to puree the soup until it is smooth and creamy.
  • Season the soup to taste with salt, pepper, and spices.
  • Garnish the soup with fresh herbs, roasted nuts, or seeds before serving.

Conclusion:

Acorn squash and sweet potato soup is a delicious, nutritious, and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a fall or winter meal. This soup is also a great way to use up leftover squash and potatoes. With its creamy texture and sweet flavor, this soup is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.

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