Description
Indulge in the warmth of this creamy pumpkin soup, perfect for chilly evenings. Each spoonful envelops you in a delightful blend of roasted pumpkin and aromatic spices, conjuring memories of fall gatherings with loved ones. Simple to prepare yet rich in flavor, this dish makes any occasion feel special. Enjoy it as a comforting appetizer or a satisfying main course.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh pumpkin, cubed (about 1 medium sugar pumpkin)
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Wash and peel the pumpkin; cut into 1-inch cubes. Chop onion and mince garlic.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté onion until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add Pumpkin and Broth: Stir in pumpkin cubes and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes until pumpkin is tender.
- Blend Until Smooth: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until silky smooth.
- Add Coconut Milk and Spices: Stir in coconut milk, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Adjust seasoning as desired. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls, garnishing with roasted pumpkin seeds or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg