Description
Hearty pumpkin soup embodies autumn’s warmth with creamy richness from roasted butternut squash and aromatic spices. Delightful comfort awaits you in each spoonful of this classic seasonal dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups (946 ml) pumpkin puree
- 4 cups (946 ml) vegetable broth
- 1 cup (237 ml) coconut milk or cream
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Spices:
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a spacious cooking vessel over medium flame and gently caramelize diced onions and minced garlic until translucent and aromatic, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Pour pumpkin puree and vegetable broth into the pot, stirring thoroughly to combine and creating a uniform liquid mixture.
- Elevate temperature and allow the mixture to reach a vigorous boil, then immediately reduce heat to low for gentle simmering.
- Allow the soup to simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, enabling flavors to meld and develop deep, rich undertones.
- Incorporate coconut milk or heavy cream, stirring smoothly to create a luxurious texture and silky consistency.
- Season the soup with salt, freshly ground black pepper, ground cinnamon, and a delicate touch of nutmeg, adjusting to personal taste preferences.
- Using an immersion blender, puree the soup directly in the pot until achieving a velvety, uniform smoothness. Alternatively, carefully transfer contents to a standard blender, processing in small batches.
- Ladle the hot soup into serving bowls, garnishing with a drizzle of cream or a sprinkle of toasted pumpkin seeds for added texture and visual appeal.
Notes
- Swap dairy cream with coconut milk for a vegan-friendly version that adds richness and subtle tropical flavor.
- Roast fresh pumpkin chunks before pureeing to develop deeper, caramelized notes and enhance natural sweetness.
- Toast pumpkin seeds in a dry skillet with a pinch of salt for a crunchy, nutty topping that elevates texture and adds protein.
- Experiment with spice variations like ginger or curry powder to transform the soup’s profile and create exciting international-inspired versions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 100 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg