Squash, Turmeric and Ginger Soup

Prep:  10 minutes

Cook:  40 minutes

Servings  4

Calories 210

Ingredients

• 1 olive oil OR Coconut oil
• 1 cup chopped butternut squash
• 1 cup chopped fennel (1 small head) OR ½ cup fennel seeds
• 1 leek , cleaned and sliced
• 3 cups diced carrots
• 2 garlic cloves , minced OR pressed
• 1 tablespoon grated ginger (about 2″ piece)
• 1 tablespoon turmeric powder
• 6 Tbsp. cilantro – 4 Tbsp. washed and chopped. 2 Tbsp. washed, stems removed and leaves torn into small pieces.
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 3 cups low sodium chicken broth
• 1 (14.5 oz) can lite coconut milk

Instructions

1. Heat the olive or coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the fennel, leeks, carrots, and squash. Saute, stirring, for 3 – 5 minutes until the veggies soften. Add the garlic, ginger, turmeric, salt, and pepper stir and saute for an additional 3 -4 minutes.
2. Add the broth and coconut milk. Bring the mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Add 4 Tbsp. cilantro and stir.
3. Let cool for 10 – 15 minutes then add to a blender and process until creamy. Add salt and pepper to your taste.
4. Divide into cups, sprinkle with cilantro leaves (2 Tbsp. – or more) and serve immediately.