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September 9, 2017 10 Comments

Instant Pot Butternut Squash and Apple Soup

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Instant Pot Butternut Squash and Apple Soup is ready in 30 minutes and is sure to please the whole family | COPYRIGHT © 2017 COOKING WITH CURLS

Who is ready for fall? Apples, pumpkins, falling leaves, cooler temperatures? Technically fall does not start for another two weeks, but I am ready for those cooler temperatures! I have had just about enough of the 100+ degree temperatures that have been tormenting us since March! I am ready to curl up under a blanket with a bowl of hot and creamy Instant Pot Butternut Squash and Apple Soup…..

Instant Pot Butternut Squash and Apple Soup is ready in 30 minutes and is sure to please the whole family | COPYRIGHT © 2017 COOKING WITH CURLS

Not only is this Instant Pot Butternut Squash and Apple Soup delicious, it is also healthy! I did not set out to create a vegan, whole 30, and paleo friendly soup, it just kind of worked out that way. 🙂

How to make Instant Pot Butternut Squash and Apple Soup:

Press the Saute button and allow the inner pan/liner to heat up. When HOT shows up on the display, add the olive oil…..

Instant Pot Saute | COPYRIGHT © 2017 COOKING WITH CURLS

Add the onion and cook until the onion starts to soften, about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally to keep them from burning…..

Instant Pot Butternut Squash and Apple Soup onions | COPYRIGHT © 2017 COOKING WITH CURLS

Next, add the garlic, stir and cook for one additional minute. Then add the butternut squash and cook for another 5 minutes to soften…..

Instant Pot Butternut Squash and Apple Soup squash | COPYRIGHT © 2017 COOKING WITH CURLS

Add the vegetable stock, apples, and sage……

Instant Pot Butternut Squash Soup apples | COPYRIGHT © 2017 COOKING WITH CURLS

Press the Cancel button, stir to combine, and secure the lid. Make sure the knob is in the Sealing position. Press Manual and adjust the time to 10 minutes using the + and – buttons…..

Instant Pot Butternut Squash and Apple Soup 10 minutes | COPYRIGHT © 2017 COOKING WITH CURLS

When the pot beeps, allow the pressure to release naturally, about 15 minutes. Remove the lid…..

Instant Pot Butternut Squash and Apple Soup done | COPYRIGHT © 2017 COOKING WITH CURLS

Carefully puree the soup with an immersion blender until smooth…..

Instant Pot Butternut Squash and Apple Soup blend | COPYRIGHT © 2017 COOKING WITH CURLS

Stir in the CashewMilk. Taste for seasoning and adjust as needed. Ladle the soup into a bowl and garnish with toasted almonds and paprika…..

Instant Pot Butternut Squash and Apple Soup is the perfect fall and winter soup for warming up and staying healthy | COPYRIGHT © 2017 COOKING WITH CURLS

I accidentally grabbed smoked paprika and it was a happy mistake. The slight smokiness offsets the sweetness of the apples perfectly.

Notes:

  • The soup can also be blended in a food processor or blender, just make sure to vent the top so it doesn’t explode.
  • I used CashewMilk, but CoconutMilk {in a box} would work as well. Yes, even regular milk would work if you prefer.
  • For those of you that like things spicy, sprinkle some cayenne or chipotle pepper on top.
  • I love Gala apples, but any sweet-tart apple will work…Pinata, Pink Lady, etc.

More delicious soup recipes:

  • Roasted Red Pepper Soup with Grilled Shrimp
  • Instant Pot French Onion Soup
  • Roasted Cauliflower and Garlic Soup
  • Instant Pot Chicken Pot Pie Soup with Pie Crust Crackers
  • Instant Pot Cheddar-Ale Soup

Check out my Instant Pot Recipes page for even more meal ideas!

Enjoy!!

Instant Pot Butternut Squash and Apple Soup is ready in 30 minutes and is sure to please the whole family | COPYRIGHT © 2017 COOKING WITH CURLS

Instant Pot Butternut Squash and Apple Soup

This Instant Pot Butternut Squash and Apple Soup is the perfect fall and winter soup for warming up and staying healthy!
3.54 from 91 votes
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Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: butternut, squash, soup, recipe, apple, whole30, paleo, healthy
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 107kcal
Author: Lisa Johnson

Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped {about 1 cup}
  • 2 large cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 medium butternut squash {about 2 pounds} peeled, seeded, and cut into 1 inch cubes
  • 2 Gala apples, peeled, cored, and cut into 1 inch chunks
  • 2 cups vegetable stock
  • 1 teaspoon dried sage
  • 1/3 cup CashewMilk
  • sea salt and black pepper, to taste
  • toasted almond slices and paprika, to garnish

Instructions

  • Press the Saute button and allow the inner pan/liner to heat up. When HOT shows up on the display, add the olive oil.
  • Add the onion and cook until the onion starts to soften, about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally to keep them from burning.
  • Add the garlic, stir and cook for one additional minute. Add the butternut squash and cook for another 5 minutes to soften.
  • Add the vegetable stock, apples, and sage.
  • Press the Cancel button, stir to combine, and secure the lid. Make sure the knob is in the Sealing position. Press Manual and adjust the time to 10 minutes using the + and – buttons.
  • When the pot beeps, allow the pressure to release naturally, about 15 minutes. Remove the lid.
  • Carefully puree the soup with an immersion blender until smooth. 
  • Stir in the CashewMilk. Taste for seasoning and adjust as needed. Ladle the soup into a bowl and garnish with toasted almonds and paprika.

Notes

  • The soup can also be blended in a food processor or blender, just make sure to vent the top so it doesn’t explode.
  • I used CashewMilk, but CoconutMilk {in a box} would work as well. Yes, even regular milk would work if you prefer.
  • For those of you that like things spicy, sprinkle some cayenne or chipotle pepper on top.
  • I love Gala apples, but any sweet-tart apple will work…Pinata, Pink Lady, etc.

Nutrition

Calories: 107kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 247mg | Potassium: 399mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 10115IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 1mg
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  1. Lee says

    September 18, 2017 at 1:06 pm

    How much cashew milk did you add at the end?

    Reply
    • Lisa Johnson says

      September 19, 2017 at 8:44 pm

      Oops, so sorry about that Lee. I added 1/3 cup of CashewMilk.

      Reply
  2. Ashley says

    November 08, 2017 at 11:00 am

    I love this recipe and that the fact it’s so easy to make! I’m definitely going to add this to my list to make over this winter.

    Reply
  3. Marissa says

    December 03, 2017 at 8:05 pm

    Hi Lisa- what size Instant Pot did you use? The 3 qt or 6 qt?

    Reply
    • Lisa Johnson says

      December 07, 2017 at 8:15 pm

      I have a 6 qt Marissa.

      Reply
  4. Dee says

    December 27, 2017 at 3:22 pm

    Love the ability to change number of servings in recipe! A big help for smaller Instant Pot as well as single living. Will make this next few days.

    Reply
  5. Katy says

    September 14, 2019 at 2:59 pm

    Great way to welcome fall! Reheats well and surprisingly flavorful for such a limited ingredient list!

    Reply
  6. Hannah Lace says

    October 03, 2019 at 4:38 pm

    There is no “manual button” on my instant pot? What do you mean let the pressure release naturally – just keep the valve in the sealing position?

    Reply
    • Lisa Johnson says

      October 08, 2019 at 9:06 am

      Use the “Pressure Cook” button, Hannah. To release the pressure naturally do nothing, do not touch the sealing valve just let it do it’s thing. You will hear a click when the valve drops and you will be able to open the lid.

      Reply
    • Becca MacDonald says

      August 17, 2020 at 2:49 pm

      I made this on day one of my whole 30 for dinner. I’m vegetarian, so it’s tough to find recipes that check all the boxes. This was so delicious and easy to make! I couldn’t find cashew milk, so I just used almond milk.

      Thanks so much for sharing, I will definitely be making this again!

      Reply

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