Butternut Squash White Bean Soup for Postpartum Recovery

Hello, momma.

This Butternut Squash White Bean Soup is the kind of cozy, comforting meal I love making as the weather gets cooler. Roasted butternut squash, creamy cannellini beans, roasted garlic, and fresh herbs come together with vegetable broth and a little miso for a delicious, savory soup. It’s smooth, satisfying, and perfect for making ahead.

Why I Love This for Postpartum

As a postpartum doula, I always encourage families to prepare nourishing meals that are easy to reheat and enjoy. This soup is a lovely option to have tucked away in the freezer for those early postpartum weeks. The white beans provide plant-based protein and fiber, while the butternut squash adds naturally occurring vitamins and fiber. It’s a comforting way to enjoy a nourishing meal without having to cook from scratch.

Butternut Squash White Bean Soup

Ingredients

1 bulb garlic

Olive oil, for roasting and cooking

½ tbsp fresh thyme

1 tsp ground coriander

2 lbs butternut squash, peeled and cubed

1 (15 oz) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed

4 cups bone broth

1 tbsp yellow miso

sea salt, to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Toss the cubed butternut squash with olive oil and roast until tender and lightly caramelized.

2. sautee the garlic until soft and fragrant on the stove top with olive oil in a large soup pot.

3. add more olive oil in the large soup pot. Add the fresh thyme, cooking briefly until fragrant.

4. Add the roasted squash, cannellini beans, coriander, and broth.

5. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for about 10–15 minutes to let the flavors come together.

6. Stir in the yellow miso until dissolved.

7. Blend until smooth and creamy. Season with kosher salt and optional white pepper to taste.

8. Serve warm, with crispy sage for garnish.

A Cozy Meal to Prepare Ahead

I love having a few homemade soups ready in the freezer for the fourth trimester. This one is especially lovely on a chilly day, and it’s an easy way to have a comforting meal waiting when you need it most. This creamy butternut squash white bean soup is made with roasted squash, cannellini beans, garlic and thyme. A cozy fall soup perfect for postpartum meal prep.