Protein-Packed Butternut Squash Soup with Turkey Bacon Delight
This protein-packed butternut squash soup is a delightful blend of flavors, featuring turkey bacon for added richness. Perfect for a cozy meal any time of the year!
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: soup
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: high protein
- 2 cups butternut squash, cubed
- 1 cup turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- In a large pot, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Add onion and garlic to the pot, sauté until translucent.
- Add butternut squash and vegetable broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until squash is tender, about 20 minutes.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender.
- Stir in salt, pepper, nutmeg, and cream. Heat through.
- Serve hot, garnished with crispy turkey bacon.
Notes
- For a vegan version, omit the turkey bacon and use coconut cream instead of heavy cream.
- Pair with crusty bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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