Butternut Tomato Soup with Equal-Part Vegetable Blend

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A velvety soup where roasted butternut squash and tomatoes are cooked in perfect harmony for a naturally sweet and savory depth. This soups ready in about 60 minutes pairs peeled and diced butternut squash, diced tomatoes, medium, finely chopped onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 45 min Serves 4 180 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 1 cup diced butternut squash and 1 cup diced tomatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, then spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for 25 minutes until caramelized and tender, stirring once halfway.
  2. Step 2: In a large pot, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add 1/2 finely chopped onion and 2 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 5 minutes until golden and fragrant, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
  3. Step 3: Add the roasted butternut squash-tomato mixture to the pot with 2 cups vegetable broth. Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes until flavors meld, then stir in 1/4 cup coconut milk until fully incorporated and the soup reaches a gentle simmer.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Butternut Tomato Soup with Equal-Part Vegetable Blend take to make?

Total time is about 60 minutes (15 min prep + 45 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Butternut Tomato Soup with Equal-Part Vegetable Blend?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep diced tomatoes from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Butternut Tomato Soup with Equal-Part Vegetable Blend?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Butternut Tomato Soup with Equal-Part Vegetable Blend for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What should I serve with Butternut Tomato Soup with Equal-Part Vegetable Blend?

A simple grain (rice, quinoa, or crusty bread), a quick green salad, and a steamed or roasted vegetable round out the plate. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" above for dish-specific pairings based on what you have on hand.

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