Creamy Butternut Squash Soup
Introducing my cozy high-protein butternut squash soup—perfect for those chilly fall days and especially ideal for your luteal phase! This creamy, nutrient-packed soup is rich in fiber, healthy fats, and protein to keep you full and energized. During the luteal phase, it's crucial to support your body with foods that balance hormones, stabilize blood sugar, and reduce inflammation. Butternut squash provides a natural sweetness loaded with vitamins A and C, while the added protein helps curb cravings and support muscle repair, making it a comforting and nourishing choice for this phase of your cycle.
What you’ll need:
2½ pounds pre-cut butternut squash (7 to 8 cups, cubed)
1 red bell pepper, roughly chopped
1 medium yellow onion, roughly chopped
4 cloves garlic, smashed and peeled
7 cups water
1 tbsp salt
1.5 tbsp yacon syrup
¾ cup coconut milk
1/2 cup hemp hearts
4 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
Directions (makes 6 servings):
Combine the squash, pepper, onion, garlic, water, salt, and yacon syrup in a large soup pot. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 35 minutes.
Using a hand-held immersion blender or high speed blender, add your hemp hearts and purée the soup until silky smooth. (Alternatively, cool the soup slightly, then purée in a blender in batches, making sure to leave the hole in the lid open to allow the steam to escape.)
Stir in the coconut milk and bring to a simmer.
Ladle the soup into bowls and top with shredded chicken breast. Don’t forget to sprinkle extra hemp hearts! That’s it…ENJOY!
Macros (per serving)
371 Cals
16 g Fat
24 g Carb
6g Fibre
35g Pro