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Spiced Pumpkin Soup with Black Pepper
April 7, 2025 0 Comments

Spiced Pumpkin Soup with Black Pepper

Spiced Pumpkin Soup with Black Pepper is the ultimate comfort dish for chilly evenings. This velvety soup combines the earthy sweetness of pumpkin with the warming spice of black pepper and aromatic spices like cumin and paprika. Nutrient-packed and naturally creamy, it’s a healthy, flavorful option that feels indulgent without being heavy. Perfect as a starter or a light main, this soup is also quick to prepare, making it ideal for weeknight meals or cozy weekends. With its golden hue and rich flavor, this recipe is guaranteed to bring warmth to your table and impress your guests with minimal effort.

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil (240 calories)
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped (44 calories)
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced (12 calories)
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin (8 calories)
  • 1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika (4 calories)
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper (2 calories)
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper (0 calories)
  • 3 cups Pumpkin Puree (300 calories)
  • 3 cups Vegetable Broth (30 calories)
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Milk (200 calories)
  • 1 tsp Salt (0 calories)
  • Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish (5 calories)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Aromatics
    Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes until soft and translucent.

  2. Add Garlic and Spices
    Stir in minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

  3. Incorporate Pumpkin and Broth
    Add pumpkin puree and vegetable broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

  4. Simmer and Blend
    Reduce heat and let simmer for 15 minutes. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth (or transfer to a blender in batches).

  5. Finish with Coconut Milk
    Stir in coconut milk and salt. Cook for an additional 5 minutes over low heat. Adjust seasoning as needed.

  6. Serve
    Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot with crusty bread or a side of your choice.

This recipe is approximately 845 calories and serves four. Each serving will be approximately 211 calories. This recipe should take roughly 10 minutes to prepare and25 minutes to cook. This is a total time of 35 minutes. 

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