Miso-Glazed Butternut Squash Soup with Crispy Sage

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Creamy roasted squash soup enhanced with umami miso and garnished with crunchy fried sage leaves for a comforting vegan dinner. This asian-inspired soups (vegan) ready in about 50 minutes pairs butternut squash, olive oil, miso paste for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.

★ 4.4 (10 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 Asian-inspired cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Peel and dice 2 lbs butternut squash into 1-inch cubes. Toss with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Roast for 25 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
  2. Step 2: Transfer roasted squash to a blender. Add 3 cups vegetable broth and blend until completely smooth. Return to a medium pot and simmer over medium-low heat for 5 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp miso paste until fully dissolved. Heat gently without boiling. Meanwhile, melt 1 tbsp butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add 1/4 cup fresh sage leaves and fry for 1-2 minutes until crisp and golden. Drain on paper towels and use as garnish.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Miso-Glazed Butternut Squash Soup with Crispy Sage take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 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 Miso-Glazed Butternut Squash Soup with Crispy Sage?

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 butternut squash from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Butternut Squash Soup with Crispy Sage?

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 Miso-Glazed Butternut Squash Soup with Crispy Sage 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.

Is Miso-Glazed Butternut Squash Soup with Crispy Sage vegan?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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