High Protein Butternut Squash Soup

This creamy butternut squash soup is part of a 30 Days Healthy Series and delivers comfort food flavor with a high-protein twist. Made without heavy cream, it uses cottage cheese and coconut milk for a rich, smooth texture that's perfect for weight loss and clean eating.

Steps

1. Peel and chop butternut squash, onion, carrot, and red bell pepper
2. Separate and peel garlic cloves from the whole bulb
3. Heat oil and butter in a large pot over medium heat
4. Add chopped vegetables and garlic, sauté until softened
5. Add enough water or broth to cover vegetables and bring to a boil
6. Reduce heat and simmer until squash is tender
7. Add coconut milk, cottage cheese, black pepper, and parsley
8. Blend until smooth and creamy using an immersion blender or transfer to a blender
9. Adjust seasoning to taste and serve hot

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