Description
A warm and comforting pumpkin soup that’s quick to make and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk (optional)
- Pumpkin seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the pumpkin puree, vegetable broth, cumin, and cinnamon. Stir well to combine.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- If using, stir in the heavy cream or coconut milk and heat through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with pumpkin seeds if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of nutmeg or a splash of apple cider vinegar for acidity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: pumpkin soup, autumn recipe, comforting meals