Spicy Pumpkin Soup
Warm up this season with our Spicy Pumpkin Soup, a comforting blend of creamy pumpkin and aromatic spices. Perfect for chilly evenings, this quick and easy recipe takes just 30 minutes from start to finish, making it ideal for busy weeknights or leisurely weekend dinners. The mild heat from the cayenne pepper combined with the rich texture of coconut milk creates a delightful bowl that appeals to all ages. Whether you’re enjoying a cozy meal at home or serving guests, this soup is sure to impress and fill your kitchen with inviting aromas.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup coconut milk
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in pumpkin puree, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional minute.
- Add vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer for 10 minutes.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
- Return to heat and stir in coconut milk. Warm through for another 5 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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