Description
Savory Pumpkin Soup is the perfect fall dish that warms you from the inside out. This creamy, comforting soup blends fresh pumpkin with aromatic spices and a splash of coconut milk, creating a delightful balance of sweetness and savory flavors. Ideal for chilly evenings or festive gatherings, it’s quick to prepare, making it a go-to recipe for busy nights. Serve it as an appetizer or pair it with crusty bread for a complete meal that will impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 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 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel and cube the pumpkin into manageable chunks.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Add pumpkin cubes to the pot with cumin and nutmeg, stirring to coat evenly.
- Pour in vegetable broth until pumpkin is submerged. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until fork-tender.
- Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender (add coconut milk at this stage for creaminess).
- Serve hot, garnished with roasted pumpkin seeds or a drizzle of coconut milk.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg