Squash-Quinoa Soup

Quinoa is actually a seed, not a grain, and it is a complete protein source, containing all nine essential amino acids.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Squash-Quinoa Soup

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: American, International Courses: Gluten free, Lunch, Soup, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Butternut Squash
• 1 cup Quinoa
• 4 cup Vegetable broth
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoon Lemon juice

Instructions

1. Peel and dice the butternut squash.
2. Chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
3. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
4. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until softened.
5. Add the diced butternut squash, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper to the pot.
6. Stir well and cook for 5 minutes.
7. Add the quinoa and vegetable broth to the pot.
8. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the squash and quinoa are cooked.
9. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
10. Use an immersion blender or a regular blender to puree the soup until smooth.
11. Stir in fresh parsley and lemon juice.
12. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 8g

Protein 8g16%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.