Creamy Winter Squash Soup

PREP TIME- 20 mins

COURSE- Main Course, Soup

CUISINE- American

SERVINGS- 4

Perfect Warming Soup For The Fall & Winter Months

INGREDIENTS  

• 2 Tbsp Coconut Oil

• 1/2 Medium Sweet Yellow Onion - Diced

• 4 Cloves Garlic - Diced

• 4 Cups Carrots, Acorn Squash, Butternut Squash - Cubbed (Sub Squash of Choice)

• 32 oz Low Sodium Vegetable Broth

• 1/2 Cup Red Lentils

• 10 Fresh Sage Leaves - Minced

• 1 Tsp Dried Thyme

• 1 Tbsp Maple Syrup (optional)

• Sea Salt & Pepper To Taste

• 1/4 Cup Pumpkin Seeds - Roasted or Raw

INSTRUCTIONS

• Heat a large pot over medium heat. Once hot, add coconut oil, onion, and garlic. Saute for 2-3 minutes.

  Add chopped squash and carrots. Saute for 5 Minutes until soften. Add Salt and Pepper.

  Add vegetable broth and herbs. Bring to a boil and then add lentils.

  Reduce heat to low and cook uncovered for 20-30 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.

  Adjust seasonings as needed.

  Top with Pumpkin Seeds.

  Enjoy!