Silky Butternut Squash & Ginger Soup
This recipe is for general information only and is not medical or nutritional advice. Healing timelines, diet restrictions and medication choices vary from patient to patient. Always follow the instructions given by your treating dentist or surgeon. Read the Medical Disclaimer.
Warmly spiced with fresh ginger and a hint of coconut milk, this vibrant orange soup is as beautiful as it is healing.
Ingredients
- 1 medium butternut squash (about 900g), peeled and cubed
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3cm piece fresh ginger, grated
- 2 garlic cloves
- 800ml vegetable stock
- 200ml coconut milk
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, pinch of cayenne
Method
- 1
Sauté onion in olive oil until soft. Add garlic and ginger, cook 2 minutes.
- 2
Add squash and stock. Simmer 25 minutes until squash is completely tender.
- 3
Blend until perfectly smooth. Stir in coconut milk.
- 4
Season with salt and a tiny pinch of cayenne. Serve warm.
Phase 1: Days 1–3 (Liquid only)
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During days 1-3 your mouth needs complete rest. Stick to room-temperature or cool liquids, smooth soups, broths, fruit juices with no pulp, and dairy smoothies. Nothing that requires any chewing at all.
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