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Healthy Pumpkin Soup 1

Healthy Pumpkin Soup

This nutrient-dense pumpkin soup transforms a fall superfood into a velvety, comforting bowl that's perfect for chilly autumn evenings. With simple, wholesome ingredients and warm spices, this lighter recipe delivers all the creamy texture you crave while keeping nutrition at the forefront.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Soup, Starter
Cuisine Fall, Healthy
Servings 4 servings
Calories 215 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Immersion Blender or Standard Blender

Ingredients
  

Soup Base

  • 4 cups fresh pumpkin peeled and cubed (about 1 medium sugar pumpkin)
  • 1 medium yellow onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
  • 1 medium carrot chopped
  • 1 medium apple peeled and chopped (Honeycrisp or Gala recommended)
  • 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk light version for fewer calories
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Spices

  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/8 tsp nutmeg
  • salt and pepper to taste

Garnish

  • fresh herbs cilantro, chives, or thyme
  • pumpkin seeds for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Thoroughly wash and prep all vegetables. Cut the pumpkin in half, scoop out the seeds, peel the skin, and cube the flesh into 1-inch pieces.
  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Add the cubed pumpkin, chopped carrot, and apple to the pot. Stir to combine. Sprinkle in the cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and nutmeg, stirring continuously for 1 minute to toast the spices.
  • Pour in the vegetable broth, ensuring all vegetables are submerged. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, partially covered, for 20-25 minutes until the pumpkin easily breaks apart when pressed with a spoon.
  • Using an immersion blender, carefully purée the soup until completely smooth. If using a standard blender, transfer the soup in batches, filling only halfway and venting the lid to allow steam to escape.
  • Stir in the coconut milk and gently warm the soup for another 2-3 minutes without boiling. Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting spices if needed.
  • Serve in pre-warmed bowls topped with a swirl of coconut milk, toasted pumpkin seeds, and fresh herbs.

Notes

Canned pumpkin puree (not pie filling) can replace fresh pumpkin – use 2 cups.
For a dairy option, replace coconut milk with plain Greek yogurt stirred in after cooking.
Sweet potatoes can substitute for pumpkin with a slightly different flavor profile.
This soup stores in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and can be frozen for up to 3 months.
For a higher-protein version, add ¼ cup of red lentils with the broth and extend cooking time by 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 215kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 4gFat: 14gFiber: 5gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 245IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 8mg
Keyword Pumpkin Soup, Healthy Soup, Fall Recipe, Dairy-Free Soup
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