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    Instant Pot Vegan Butternut Squash Soup

    Published: Oct 15, 2019 · Modified: Oct 16, 2019 by Jamie · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This post may contain affiliate links · 24 Comments

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    Instant Pot vegan butternut squash soup

    Quick & easy Instant Pot vegan butternut squash soup that's ready in a flash! Smooth & creamy with a hint of sweetness. Inspired by Panera Autumn Squash Soup!

    Instant Pot Vegan Butternut Squash Soup, Panera autumn squash soup in a white bowl
    Instant Pot Vegan Butternut Squash Soup

    This Instant Pot vegan butternut squash soup is so simple and easy to make! This soup is creamy, nutty, and smooth with a subtle hint of sweetness from the granny smith apple. If you love Panera autumn squash soup, you'll love this recipe!

    Instant Pot Vegan Butternut Squash Soup, Panera autumn squash soup in three white bowls

    What I love about this Instant Pot vegan butternut squash soup is how creamy and rich it is considering there's no dairy! The coconut milk adds a rich, luscious taste to this butternut squash soup that's soothing and comforting. And if you're in the mood for spicy butternut squash soup, you can add in optional spices to give it a kick.

    Panera autumn squash soup includes carrots, apple, and a hint of curry, which is also included in this recipe. The big difference with my recipe is that I opted to make this vegan and skip the dairy. Instead I used lite coconut milk which in my opinion, makes this soup taste even better!

    Instant Pot Vegan Butternut Squash Soup, Panera autumn squash soup in three white bowls

    To finish, garnish this soup with some crunchy roasted pumpkin seeds for a bit of texture. This recipe is versatile and can be modified according to your tastes. Here are a few suggestions:

    Instant Pot Vegan Butternut Squash Soup Variations:

    Spicy Butternut Squash Soup

    • curry powder
    • ginger powder
    • cayenne powder

    More Herbs & Seasoning:

    • dried basil
    • oregano
    • sage
    • smoked paprika
    • cumin
    • coriander

    Other vegetables:

    • potatoes
    • sweet potatoes
    • parsnips

    Topping suggestions:

    • Toasted quinoa
    • fried onions
    • garlic croutons
    • toasted chopped nuts - almonds, walnuts, cashews
    • drizzle of olive oil or coconut cream
    Instant Pot Vegan Butternut Squash Soup, Panera autumn squash soup in a white bowl
    Instant Pot Vegan Butternut Squash Soup

    How to Make Instant Pot Vegan Butternut Squash Soup

    • peeling the skin off of a butternut squash
    • scooping the seeds out of a butternut squash with a spoon
    • Cubed and chopped pieces of butternut squash on a wooden board

    Peel, Cut, and Chop Your Butternut Squash

    1. First, cut the butternut squash where the neck and bulb meet.
    2. Next peel the outer skin using a peeler or a paring knife. The skin is thick so make sure to get the entire peel off including the white part underneath the outer peel and the green vein running through the peel.
    3. Afterwards, use a spoon to take out the seeds. You can save this later for roasting if you prefer.
    4. Lastly, chop the butternut squash into about 1 inch pieces.

    Add butternut squash, carrots, apples, and herbs to the Instant Pot. You only need 10 minutes on Manual Pressure Cook.

    ingredients for instant pot vegan butternut squash soup in an instant pot container

    Next, blend the butternut squash soup until you get a smooth consistency using an immersion blender or regular blender.

    vegan butternut squash soup in an instant pot container blended with an immersion blender

    Finally top with roasted pumpkin seeds or any other crunchy topping for texture. Or you can drizzle on a little olive oil or coconut milk on top. Enjoy!

    Instant Pot Vegan Butternut Squash Soup, Panera autumn squash soup in three white bowls

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    Instant Pot Vegan Butternut Squash Soup, Panera autumn squash soup in a white bowl

    Instant Pot Vegan Butternut Squash Soup

    A quick & easy Instant Pot vegan butternut squash soup that's ready in no time! Smooth & creamy with a hint of sweetness. This vegan butternut squash soup is inspired by Panera's autumn squash soup!
    5 from 22 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Total Time 20 mins
    Course Appetizer, Sides, Soups
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 people

    Equipment

    • Instant Pot
    • Immersion Blender

    ☑ Ingredients
     

    • 1 medium butternut squash - cut into 1 inch size pieces, about 6 cups
    • 2 cups vegetable broth
    • 1 14 oz lite coconut milk - about 1½ cups
    • 2 medium carrots - chopped into 1 inch pieces
    • ⅓ cup chopped onions
    • 1 small granny smith apple - seeded and chopped, about ½ cup
    • 2 cloves garlic
    • 1 dried bay leaf
    • few sprigs of thyme
    • salt & pepper to taste
    • ¼ cup roasted pumpkin seeds - for garnish

    Optional spices for Spicy Butternut Squash Soup (add all or some):

    • ½ teaspoon curry powder
    • ½ teaspoon ginger powder
    • ¼ teaspoon cayenne powder
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    Instructions
     

    • Set aside the coconut milk and roasted pumpkin seeds for later. Add the butternut squash, vegetable broth, carrots, onions, apple, garlic, bay leaf, and thyme to the Instant Pot. Add in any optional spices at this time if you want spicy butternut squash soup.
    • Set the Instant Pot to "Manual Pressure Cook" for 10 minutes. Once it's done, wait 5 - 10 minutes then use the "Quick Release" valve to release the steam and open the lid once the float valve has dropped.
    • Take out the bay leaf and thyme sprigs. Add the coconut milk. Then use an immersion blender to blend the soup. Or you can also ladle the soup into a blender and blend until you get a smooth consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste and garnish with roasted pumpkin seeds.

    ✎ Recipe Notes

    Store leftovers in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 1 month. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 168kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 519mg | Potassium: 862mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 25290IU | Vitamin C: 44mg | Calcium: 110mg | Iron: 2mg
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was and give it a 5 star rating! Tag @drivemehungry to show off your creations! I love seeing your photos!

    *Nutritional information is an estimate, calculated using online tools.

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    Comments

    1. Lucy

      October 26, 2020 at 3:38 pm

      5 stars
      This soup is so good, and easy! I didn't have any thyme, so I used some dried oregano, and it tasted amazing! We made a double batch, and froze the leftovers. I am already looking forward to eating them!

      Reply
    2. Estella

      July 28, 2020 at 11:24 pm

      5 stars
      It is winter here in Australia, and this is a hug in a bowl! SO good - the flavours are really lovely, and we love the addition of the apple!

      Reply
      • Jamie

        September 11, 2020 at 2:10 am

        Thanks Estella! It's such a great soup to have when it's cold outside! 🙂

        Reply
    3. Alison

      October 20, 2019 at 7:30 am

      5 stars
      I just bought a butternut squash yesterday and was looking for some inspiration. I'm making this soup for dinner tonight. I love all the flavors and spices you've used.

      Reply
    4. estelle @soulandstreusel.com

      October 20, 2019 at 3:11 am

      5 stars
      we loooove coconut milk in this house, and an easy orange soup made in the instant pot is a keeper! definitely saving this, thanks!!

      Reply
    5. Tisha

      October 20, 2019 at 2:20 am

      5 stars
      The color of this soup is absolutely gorgeous! Butternut squash is the perfect soup for fall weather!

      Reply
    6. Danielle

      October 20, 2019 at 1:51 am

      5 stars
      Yum! I just had the autumn squash soup at Panera the other day and was wondering if I could make it at home. This is so good!

      Reply
    7. Dannii

      October 20, 2019 at 12:32 am

      5 stars
      I love butternut squash soup at this time of year. The spicier the better for me.

      Reply
    8. Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry

      October 16, 2019 at 1:51 pm

      5 stars
      What a perfect Autumn recipe! Love making soups in my Instant Pot so will give this a try.

      Reply
    9. Genevieve

      October 16, 2019 at 1:07 pm

      5 stars
      This soup looks so beautiful and vibrant!

      Reply
    10. Jessica Formicola

      October 16, 2019 at 1:03 pm

      5 stars
      I made this soup for dinner last night and it was so delicious! Thanks so much for sharing the recipe!

      Reply
    11. Emmeline

      October 16, 2019 at 12:13 pm

      5 stars
      Mmm this soup looks so good! The color is just perfect and I love that you added apples - I bet it gives a nice touch. As soon as I get an instant pot... 😉

      Reply
    12. Alexandra @ It's Not Complicated Recipes

      October 16, 2019 at 2:32 am

      5 stars
      This looks so divine, Jamie! I love the vibrant colour. The perfect fall soup 🙂

      Reply
      • Jamie

        October 16, 2019 at 3:14 am

        Thanks so much Alex! It's so good during this fall weather! 🙂

        Reply
    13. Whitney

      October 15, 2019 at 8:26 pm

      5 stars
      I recently purchased an instant pot and would like to try this! I haven't made any soup with it but yours looks so perfect and creamy!

      Reply
      • Jamie

        October 16, 2019 at 3:15 am

        Thank you Whitney! Oh you'll love the instant pot for making soups and stews. It's so convenient! 🙂

        Reply
    14. Veena Azmanov

      October 15, 2019 at 8:26 pm

      5 stars
      Awesome and flavorful combination of Ingredients to making this creamy and delightful soup. I love the color too.
      v

      Reply
      • Jamie

        October 16, 2019 at 3:15 am

        Thanks Veena! I love the color of the soup too!

        Reply
    15. Colleen

      October 15, 2019 at 7:48 pm

      5 stars
      Butternut Soup is the best! Love your addition of apples. Delicious!

      Reply
      • Jamie

        October 16, 2019 at 3:16 am

        Yes isn't it? The apples added just the perfect amount of sweetness! 🙂

        Reply
    16. Noelle

      October 15, 2019 at 7:13 pm

      5 stars
      What a perfect fall recipe. Looks so creamy, warm and delicious!

      Reply
      • Jamie

        October 16, 2019 at 3:16 am

        Thank you Noelle! It's such a good soup to have during the fall! 🙂

        Reply
    17. Sara

      October 15, 2019 at 6:35 pm

      5 stars
      This looks like a perfect meal on a cool fall day. I love butternut squash soup, but have never tried to make it. I have to try this recipe!

      Reply
      • Jamie

        October 16, 2019 at 3:17 am

        I love having soups in the fall too! Give this a try Sara, you'll love it! 🙂

        Reply

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