Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of Roasted Feta Soup, a delightful blend of creamy butternut squash, roasted garlic, and aromatic sage. This soup is perfect for cozy evenings or as an elegant appetizer at gatherings. The roasted feta adds a rich depth of flavor while honey provides a subtle sweetness, making each spoonful a treat. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, this recipe showcases the best of seasonal vegetables in a bowl. Enjoy a nutritious and satisfying meal that’s sure to impress your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 cups butternut squash (cubed)
- 1/2 bulb garlic (bottom half only)
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 4 leaves sage (or 1 tsp of preferred herb)
- 8 oz feta cheese
- 32 oz vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- In a Dutch oven or baking dish, combine olive oil, cubed butternut squash, kosher salt, and dried herbs.
- Place the feta in the center and add the garlic bulb cut side down. Cover and roast for about 45 minutes to an hour until tender.
- Once roasted, remove the garlic bulb and squeeze out the soft garlic into the pot.
- Add honey and vegetable broth; mix well.
- Blend until smooth using a blender or immersion blender.
- Adjust seasoning with salt if needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Use fresh butternut squash for enhanced flavor. Experiment with spices like nutmeg or cayenne for extra warmth. A splash of lemon juice can brighten the flavors remarkably.