Description
Warm autumn days call for Creamy Pumpkin Soup, a comforting blend of roasted pumpkin, aromatic spices, and rich cream. Hearty and nourishing, this soup brings seasonal flavors to your table, inviting you to savor each spoonful of pure culinary comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups pumpkin puree
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
Optional Garnish:
- Fresh parsley
- Pumpkin seeds
- Cream (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, gently caramelizing diced onions and minced garlic until translucent and fragrant, approximately 4-5 minutes.
- Pour in pumpkin purée, vegetable broth, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of cayenne pepper, whisking ingredients together until evenly distributed.
- Increase heat to high and bring the mixture to a vigorous boil, then immediately reduce temperature to low, allowing the soup to simmer and develop rich flavors for 12-15 minutes.
- Remove pot from heat and incorporate coconut milk, using an immersion blender or standard blender to transform the mixture into a silky, uniform consistency.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, ensuring a balanced flavor profile.
- Ladle the vibrant orange soup into warm bowls, garnishing with optional toasted pumpkin seeds or a swirl of cream for an elegant presentation.
Notes
- Enhance flavor by roasting pumpkin pieces before puréeing for a deeper, caramelized taste profile.
- Swap dairy cream with coconut milk for a vegan-friendly version that adds subtle tropical sweetness.
- Control soup consistency by adjusting broth quantity – less liquid creates thicker soup, more creates lighter texture.
- Elevate presentation with garnishes like toasted pumpkin seeds, crispy sage leaves, or a swirl of cream for visual appeal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 124 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 8 mg