A creamy and comforting soup with just a hint of sweetness. This Sweet Potato and Butternut Squash Soup takes just 30 minutes to make, so you have a healthy and filling meal in a flash. This is an easy take to work lunch, that you can just heat up and add some croutons to.
This is about as hearty and comforting as soup gets. Butternut squash and sweet potato soup is thick, creamy and filling and to be honest you really don't need anything else to go with it as it's a meal in itself.
But, some homemade garlic bread with a drizzle of honey, would be really good with this. Or, add some croutons like we have in the photo. This is a total budget friendly meal.
Both sweet potato and butternut squash are really budget friendly ingredients. Not only are they great for soups, but they are good to fill out stews and casseroles.
If you are looking for more butternut squash recipes, try our easy Roasted Butternut Squash, impressive Stuffed Butternut Squash or our delicious Butternut Squash Pasta.
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Ingredients and Substitutions
A full ingredients list, along with US Customary and Metric measurements, can be found in the recipe card at the end of this post.
- Butternut squash - Make sure the butternut squash has a dark, matte skin - this shows its ripeness. See these instructions for How To Peel and Cut a Butternut Squash.
- Sweet potatoes - Choose smaller potatoes, with tight, unwrinkled skin.
- Onion - You could use shallots for a sweeter taste.
- Garlic - We used two cloves, but you can adjust according to personal preference.
- Ground ginger, coriander and cumin - We used these spices as they give a nice warming flavour.
- Vegetable stock - Try to use a low salt stock.
Variations
We haven't roasted the vegetables in this recipe, as it does add quite a bit of time on to the cooking time. However, if you have the extra time, then it is worth it as it really intensifies the flavour.
To roast them, add the cubes of butternut squash and sweet potato to a roasting tin and drizzle with olive oil. Put in a preheated oven at 190C for 20 minutes, until they start to get crispy.
You can really get creative with the flavours in this soup too. Want a bit of spice in it? Add some chopped up red chilli! Love Thai food? Stir some Thai curry paste into it. Even just a sprinkling of curry powder can add lots of flavour to it.
Adding some coconut milk at the end adds a lovely extra creaminess.
How to Make Sweet Potato and Butternut Squash Soup - Step by Step
- Step 1: Chop the sweet potato, butternut squash and onion. Mince the garlic.
- Step 2: Heat a little oil in a large soup pan and fry the onion, garlic, sweet potato and butternut squash for 5 minutes.
- Step 3: Add the rest of the ingredients and simmer for 25 minutes.
- Step 4: Blend until smooth.
- Step 5: Serve with croutons, parsley and a dollop of Greek yogurt (all optional).
Health Benefits
Butternut Squash is very low in calories and contains no saturated fats or cholesterol. It is a good source of dietary fibre and it is often recommended by dieticians to help in the control of cholesterol.
It is high in Vitamins A and B and has plenty of natural polyphenolic flavonoid compounds. They are also high in minerals such as iron, zinc, copper, calcium, potassium, and phosphorus.
Read more about the health benefits of Butternut Squash.
As for sweet potato, not only is it a good source of fibre, but packed with B vitamins and vitamin C too. They are also high in beta-carotene.
Serving Suggestions
Warm bread is the best thing to dip in this soup. Try our Slow Cooker Bread, Easy White Loaf or even some Bagels dipped into it.
However, if you want to keep it lighter, but still want a bit of texture to it, then why don't sprinkle some croutons on top?
We make our own easy croutons by chopping up some bread into squares and drizzling over a little olive oil and a sprinkle of garlic granules and dried herbs. Put them in the oven for about 5 minutes to crisp up. Perfect for adding to soups and salads.
Some Greek yogurt adds some creaminess, and then we added some fresh herbs to lighten it up a bit. However, some crispy grilled bacon is an amazing addition. It adds some nice texture to it.
Extra Tips
- Try adding a little bit of chilli for some extra flavour and warmth.
- If you really want to bring out the flavour of the vegetables, try roasting them first. This will increase the cooking time considerably though.
- Want some extra sweetness? Add a carrot too.
- Make a Thai version of this by adding some Thai curry paste.
- Why not make this in the slow cooker instead? Cook on high for 3 hours.
- If you want to make this a bit creamier, then add 100ml/3.5oz of coconut milk just before blending.
- Add a little sweetness, and some autumn vibes, to this soup by adding apple. Dice it and cook at the same time as the sweet potato and butternut squash.
- If you soup is a bit thick, add a little more stock to it.
- You don't have to peel the sweet potato, as you can eat the skin - just make sure they are really well scrubbed clean.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can cook this in the slow cooker, and it requires no prep at all. Simply add all the ingredients to the slow cooker and cook on high for 3 hours. Blend and then serve.
This soup is always best eaten fresh, however if you do have leftovers then you can keep it in the fridge for up to 3 days. Let it cool down and then store in an air tight container in the fridge.
Yes, broccoli soup freezes really well. Allow it to completely cool first and then portion it out into air tight containers or freezer bags (these are great for space saving as you can lay them flat) and then it will keep in the fridge for up to 3 months. Let it defrost and then you can reheat it in the microwave or heat it through on the hob.
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Recipe
Sweet Potato and Butternut Squash Soup
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 350 g (2.5 cups) Sweet potato
- 500 g (3.5 cups) Butternut squash
- 1 Onion - small
- 500 ml (2 cups) Vegetable stock
- 2 Garlic clove
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 1 pinch Sea salt and ground black pepper
To serve (all optional):
- Fat free yogurt
- Croutons
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon Olive oil in a large soup pan and fry 1 Onion, 2 Garlic clove, 350 g Sweet potato and 500 g Butternut squash for 5 minutes.
- Add 500 ml Vegetable stock, 0.5 teaspoon Ground coriander, 0.5 teaspoon Cumin, 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger and 1 pinch Sea salt and ground black pepper
- Simmer for 25 minutes before blending.
- Serve with Croutons, Fresh parsley and a dollop of Fat free yogurt (all optional).
Recipe Tips
- Try adding a little bit of chilli for some extra flavour and warmth.
- If you really want to bring out the flavour of the vegetables, try roasting them first. This will increase the cooking time considerably though.
- Want some extra sweetness? Add a carrot too.
- Make a Thai version of this by adding some Thai curry paste.
- Why not make this in the slow cooker instead? Cook on high for 3 hours.
- If you want to make this a bit creamier, then add 100ml of coconut milk just before blending.
- Add a little sweetness, and some autumn vibes, to this soup by adding apple. Dice it and cook at the same time as the sweet potato and butternut squash.
- If you soup is a bit thick, add a little more stock to it.
- You don't have to peel the sweet potato, as you can eat the skin - just make sure they are really well scrubbed clean.
Nutritional Information
The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
As all appliances vary, cooking times are a guide. Please note that by changing the serving size, the cooking time may also need to be altered.
lola@cheflolaskitchen says
This looks so tempting! Trying it at the soonest.
Silvia says
Love me some butternut squash soup. We love it in this house. I have to try making it with sweet potatoes as well. We sure need it this time of year.
Neli Howard says
This is so delicious and very easy to make. I’ve made it twice now and my family has raced every time.
Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry says
What a delicious looking soup! I love these flavours in soup especially at this time of year, nothing beats a huge bowlful!
Tayler Ross says
This soup is exactly what I need today! It looks so comforting and delicious!
kim says
This recipe is perfect! It's super easy and has so much flavor! A great, comforting winter meal!
Cathy says
This soup looks really yummy. I think I would also enjoy some pepper flakes as you suggest! YUM
Matt @ Plating Pixels says
The butternut squash and the sweet potato made this dish so delicious and naturally sweet! The meal itself is packed with nutrients - love it!
Lucy Parissi says
Thankyou for including some great tips and ideas for varying the flavours of this already tempting soup recipe.
Jillian says
Oh man! This is Fall in a bowl! And I can eat fall soups year round!
Lauren Vavala @ DeliciousLittleBites says
This soup has all my favorite flavors! I'm stocking my freezer with soup and adding this one to my list!
Laura says
Have you ever tried freezing this? It seems like freezing would work.
Dannii says
Yes, it would freeze well.
Elizabeth says
I love soup with bread fresh from the oven. I am going to make this on my day off next week :)
Fiona says
I got a huge butternut squash in my veg box this week and I am struggling for ideas of what to do with it. Thanks for this recipe.
Angela says
I am looking forward to more of your soup recipes :)