Pumpkin Soup
Pumpkin soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This creamy, velvety dish combines the natural sweetness of fresh pumpkin with aromatic spices and rich coconut milk, creating a warm and inviting flavor that will enchant your palate. Whether served as an appetizer or main course, this delightful soup is sure to impress your guests and become a staple in your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium sugar pumpkin (about 2 lbs), peeled and cubed
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the pumpkin by cutting it in half and scooping out seeds; cut it into chunks.
- In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add pumpkin chunks and vegetable broth; bring to a boil then reduce to simmer for about 20 minutes until pumpkin is tender.
- Remove from heat, let cool slightly, then blend until smooth using a blender or immersion blender.
- Return blended soup to the pot over low heat; stir in coconut milk, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Warm through for about 5 minutes.
- Serve warm in bowls, garnished with fresh herbs or roasted seeds if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg