Pumpkin SoupPumpkin Soup
A warm, velvety pumpkin soup seasoned with aromatic spices and enriched with cream for a cozy, comforting dish.
- Author: Mariem
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Total Time: 35 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups pumpkin purée (or 1 medium pumpkin, roasted and scooped)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley or toasted pumpkin seeds for garnish (optional)
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
- Add the pumpkin purée and vegetable broth. Stir to combine.
- Season with nutmeg, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a simmer and cook for 15–20 minutes to blend the flavors.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or blend in batches.
- Stir in the heavy cream or coconut milk and heat gently for 2–3 minutes.
- Serve warm topped with parsley or toasted pumpkin seeds.
Notes
- Substitute coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for heat.
- Roasted pumpkin enhances the flavor if using fresh pumpkin.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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