Savory Pumpkin Soup Without Cream
This savory pumpkin soup without cream transforms the season's favorite vegetable into an aromatic and creamy bowl of goodness, perfect for celebrating fall.
Servings: 2
Calories: 247kcal
Ingredients
- 500-600 g pumpkin (1.3 lb)
- 1 medium onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoon vegetable oil (e.g. rapeseed oil)
- 500 ml vegetable stock (17 oz)
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 dried bay leaf
- pinch of nutmeg (freshly grated)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut the pumpkin, peel (optional), and remove the seeds. Then, dice the pumpkin into bite-sized chunks. Peel and chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pot on medium heat. Add onion and roast for about a minute, stirring occasionally. Now add the pumpkin and roast for another minute.
- Add garlic, ginger, nutmeg, and season with salt and pepper. Roast for about a minute. Add the bay leaf, and pour in the vegetable stock.
- Cover the soup with a lid and bring it to a boil. Let it cook on medium to low heat for about 15 to 20 minutes until the pumpkin is tender.
- Remove from the heat and take the bay leaf out. Blend the soup using an immersion blender or transfer the soup into a blender and blend until smooth. Season again with salt and pepper if needed, and serve.
Notes
- Sauté well – Don't rush the sautéing step with onions, garlic, and spices. Sautéing them until they're fragrant and slightly caramelized will enhance the overall taste of the soup.
- Adjust the consistency – You can control the thickness of the soup by adding more or less vegetable stock. If it's too thick, add more stock or water. If the soup is too thin, simmer it uncovered for a bit longer to reduce.
- Season gradually – Start with a small amount of salt and pepper and adjust the seasoning later. Overseasoning can be hard to correct.
- Blend carefully – Hot liquids can splatter, so blend in batches if necessary and allow the soup to cool slightly beforehand.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 247kcal | Carbohydrates: 29.4g | Protein: 3.7g | Fat: 16.6g | Saturated Fat: 5.1g | Sodium: 1026mg | Potassium: 622mg | Fiber: 8.7g | Sugar: 12.7g | Calcium: 88mg | Iron: 4mg