Crema De Calabaza (Creamy Squash Soup)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 15

A creamy and comforting soup made with squash, potatoes, carrots, and leek

by The Chefin Soup

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

110

Sugar

Fat

Crema de calabaza, or creamy squash soup, is a traditional Spanish soup that is perfect for cooler weather. Made with just a few simple ingredients, this soup is easy to prepare and full of flavor. The sweetness of the squash and carrots is balanced by the savory flavor of the leek, resulting in a soup that is both comforting and satisfying. This recipe is a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet and can be easily adapted to fit your taste preferences.

Instructions

1.	Peel and chop the squash, potatoes, carrots, and leek.
2.	Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
3.	Add the chopped vegetables and stir well to coat in the oil.
4.	Cover the saucepan and cook the vegetables for 10-15 minutes until soft.
5.	Add water to the saucepan until the vegetables are just covered and bring to a boil.
6.	Reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the vegetables are very soft and can be easily mashed with a fork.
7.	Use an immersion blender or transfer the soup to a blender and blend until smooth.
8.	Season the soup with salt to taste and serve hot.

PROS

Crema de calabaza is a simple and delicious soup that is easy to make with just a few ingredients.

The creamy texture of the soup is comforting and satisfying.

Squash is a low-calorie vegetable that is high in nutrients, making this soup a healthy choice.

CONS

This soup is not very filling on its own and is best served as an appetizer or as part of a larger meal.

It does require some chopping and blending, but overall it is a simple recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Squash is rich in vitamins and minerals, including vitamin A, vitamin C, magnesium, and potassium.
It is also a good source of fiber and antioxidants.
Carrots are high in beta-carotene, which is converted to vitamin A in the body and is important for eye health and immune function.
Potatoes are a good source of vitamin C, potassium, and fiber.

	400 g squash
	1 potatoes
	2 carrots
	1 leek
	2 tablespoons olive oil
	salt