Anti Inflammatory Roasted Squash and Apple Soup
Roasting the squash and apples before they ever hit the pot is what makes this soup so deeply flavorful — the caramelized edges and soft, golden fruit bring a natural sweetness that no amount of added sugar could replicate. A quick bloom of turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, and black pepper in olive oil layers in warmth and complexity, and those four spices happen to be some of the most well-regarded ingredients in the anti-inflammatory pantry. The result is a silky, blended soup that tastes like it took all day but comes together in under an hour and serves four generously. Fresh lemon juice stirred in at the end brightens everything up and keeps the flavors from feeling heavy or one-note. If you want a little extra texture, a scatter of raw pumpkin seeds on top adds a satisfying crunch and even more nutritional value to the bowl. This is the kind of recipe that feels genuinely nourishing — not in a virtuous, joyless way, but in the way that makes you want a second bowl.
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4 servings
- 1 medium butternut squash (about 2½ lb), peeled, seeded, and cut into 1½-inch cubes
- 2 medium granny smith apples, peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks
- 1 medium yellow onion, cut into 8 wedges
- 4 garlic cloves, unpeeled
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- ¾ tsp salt, plus more to taste
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
For serving
- 1–2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling (optional)
- 2 tbsp raw pumpkin seeds (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Spread the squash cubes, apple chunks, onion wedges, and unpeeled garlic cloves in a single layer on a large rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tbsp of the olive oil, sprinkle with ½ tsp of the salt, and toss to coat.
- 2
Roast on the center rack for 30–35 minutes, turning the squash and apples once halfway through, until the squash is tender and caramelized at the edges and the apples are soft and lightly golden.
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