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Butternut-Kürbis-Suppe mit Birne, Miso & Ingwer Rezept
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Butternut Squash Soup with Pear, Miso & Ginger (Vegan)

5 from 1 vote
This roasted butternut squash soup recipe is so easy, healthy, and comforting. It’s creamy (yet vegan and cream-less) and full of delicious umami rich flavours.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Soup
Cuisine: vegan
Calories: 289

Ingredients
  

  • 1 small butternut squash, peeled, seeded und cut into 2,5 - 3 cm cubes (ca. 1,1 kg)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 pear, firm but ripe (such as Abate Fetel), peeled and cut into 2,5 cm cubes
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon peeled and grated ginger
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 4 tablespoons white miso (Shiro)
  • Sea salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
  • Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
To garnish (optional)
  • Cilantro leaves or micro greens
  • Toasted seeds

Instructions
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F / 200°C (180°C fan-assisted) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Place the cubed squash on a baking sheet and toss in 1,5 tablespoons olive oil. Spread in an even layer and season with salt and pepper. Transfer to the preheated oven and roast for 15 minutes. Add the cubed pear, toss and roast for an additional 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside.
  3. Meanwhile, in a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the remaining 1,5 tablespoons oil over medium heat, add the garlic and ginger and saute fir 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
  4. Add the roasted squash and pear, broth, miso. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a light simmer, then using a immersion blender, blend soup until creamy (alternately, carefully transfer batches of the soup to a blender and blend until silky smooth). If desired, add a little extra water to reach the desired consistency.
  5. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired. Divide into bowls and serve garnished with herbs and seeds, plus a wedge, if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 289kcal

Notes

  • Abate Fetel, Bartlett + Bosc pear varieties all work well. I like to use firm but ripe pears. If the pears are really ripe the soup will be sweeter. If you find the pear does not lend enough subtle sweetness to the soup, then add a small drizzle of pure maple syrup. It pairs well with butternut squash and miso.
  • Shiro miso paste is lighter in color and fermented for a shorter time. It is sweet and mild. You can get them in Asian shops or organic shops. I use organic Shiro Miso from Arche Naturküche (unpaid mention!).
  • Leftovers of this vegan butternut squash soup can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days, or frozen for up to 6 months.
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