Creamy Curry Butternut Squash and Lentil Soup

Name: Creamy Curry Butternut Squash and Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed; 1 cup dried red lentils, rinsed; 1 yellow onion, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon curry powder; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 4 cups vegetable broth; 1 can full fat coconut milk; Salt and black pepper to taste; Fresh cilantro for garnish

A cozy, plant based soup packed with warming spices and hearty lentils for a nourishing meal.

By Enzo81 Kitchen· Global· October 29, 2026

Creamy Curry Butternut Squash and Lentil Soup

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

30 minutes

Total

45 minutes

Serves

This creamy soup has become a staple in my kitchen because it is so comforting and simple to put together. It uses butternut squash and red lentils to create a thick, satisfying texture that keeps you full for hours.

I love how the curry spices bring a gentle heat that warms you up from the inside out. My best tip is to use a high quality vegetable broth, as it really makes the natural sweetness of the squash shine.

Ingredients

1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
1 cup dried red lentils, rinsed
1 yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 teaspoon ground ginger
4 cups vegetable broth
1 can full fat coconut milk
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro for garnish

7Instructions

1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and sauté the onion until it turns soft and translucent.
2
Add the garlic, curry powder, and ginger to the pot and cook for one minute until fragrant.
3
Stir in the cubed butternut squash, rinsed lentils, and vegetable broth.
4
Bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 25 minutes or until the squash is tender.
5
If using a slow cooker, add all ingredients except the coconut milk and cook on low for 6 hours.
6
Stir in the coconut milk and use an immersion blender to puree the soup until it reaches your desired consistency.
7
Season with salt and pepper, then serve warm with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.

Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days. This soup also freezes beautifully, so feel free to save a portion for a busy weeknight meal later on.

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