Easy Instant-Pot Lemongrass Sweet Potato Butternut Squash Soup

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Indulge in the comforting flavors of this “potage”, a nourishing blend of vibrant vegetables and aromatic spices. Bursting with the goodness of butternut, yellow squash zucchini, sweet potato, and a hint of lemongrass, this creamy soup offers a wealth of health benefits. Packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, it supports immune function, aids in digestion, and promotes overall well-being. The addition of fresh ginger adds anti-inflammatory properties, making it a comforting and nutritious choice to warm both body and soul. Try this Easy Instant-Pot Lemongrass Sweet Potato Butternut Squash Soup, it’s the best on the Web!

Nutritional Benefits
  • Onion is rich in antioxidants like quercetin, which supports heart health and has anti-inflammatory properties.
  • Carrots are packed with beta-carotene and vitamin A, supporting eye health and immune function.
  • Butternut squash is a great source of fiber, vitamins A and C, and potassium, promoting digestion and heart health.
  • Yellow squash (zucchini) is low in calories and rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, and fiber, supporting skin and digestion.
  • Garlic contains allicin, offering immune-boosting, anti-inflammatory, and heart-health benefits.
  • Ginger aids digestion, reduces inflammation, and has powerful antioxidant effects.
  • Coconut milk (full-fat) offers healthy fats, including lauric acid, which boosts heart and immune health.
  • Lemongrass has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and can aid digestion.
  • Peanuts provide healthy fats, protein, and antioxidants like resveratrol, supporting heart health.
  • Fresh cilantro is rich in antioxidants, promotes digestion, and helps detoxify heavy metals.
  • Black sesame seeds offer healthy fats, fiber, and calcium, promoting heart and bone health

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Ingredients you can add:

  • Crusty bread or crackers
  • A simple Mediterranean-inspired salad with mixed greens
  • Grilled vegetables such as eggplant, bell peppers, and asparagus would provide a hearty and nutritious accompaniment to the soup.
  • Serve the soup over a bed of cooked rice or quinoa for a more substantial meal and to soak up the broth.
  • A slice of herb focaccia or garlic bread would be a delicious and comforting addition to the meal.
  • Protein like grilled tofu of hummus on French baguette is delicious!
  • Sprinkle some fresh herbs such as cilantro, parsley, or basil on top of the soup for an extra burst of flavor and freshness.

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Lemongrass Sweet Potato Butternut Squash Soup (Instant-Pot)

Melissa Champagne
Savor a creamy blend of vibrant vegetables and aromatic spices, offering comfort and warmth with every spoonful.
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Instant-Pot Warm Up & Cool Down 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine Asian-Inspired
Servings 8
Calories 83 kcal

Equipment

  • cutting board
  • knife
  • Instant-Pot
  • blender

Ingredients
  

  • 1-2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion
  • 2 medium carrots
  • 2 cups butternut squash
  • 1 sweet potato small
  • 1 yellow squash zucchini
  • 5 garlic cloves
  • 1 tbsp ginger fresh
  • 3-4 cups broth
  • 1 13.5 oz can coconut milk
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 lemongrass stalks

Optional Garnishes

  • roasted peanuts
  • fresh cilantro
  • black sesame seeds

Instructions
 

  • Wash, peel (carrots, butternut, sweet potato and garlic) and roughly chop all veggies.
  • Add everything to an Instant-Pot. Seal lid.
  • Set Instant-Pot for 5 minutes. Let depressurize but itself.
  • Add soup to blender. Blend until creamy. Taste, adjust, salt and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 83kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 2gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 672mgPotassium: 379mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10513IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 43mgIron: 1mg
Keyword broth, butternut squash, carrots, coconut milk, garlic, ginger, green onions, lemongrass stalk, yellow squash
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