Creamy Roasted Pumpkin Soup
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A smooth and comforting roasted pumpkin soup, perfect for a cozy autumn meal.
- Author: Caroline Hayes
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 40 min
- Total Time: 55 min
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting and Simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 lbs pumpkin, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of ground cloves
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss pumpkin cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, or until tender and lightly caramelized.
- While pumpkin roasts, sauté onion in a large pot over medium heat until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
- Add roasted pumpkin and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a simmer.
- Carefully transfer the soup to a blender (or use an immersion blender) and blend until smooth.
- Return soup to the pot. Stir in heavy cream, nutmeg, cinnamon, and cloves.
- Heat gently until warmed through. Do not boil.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- For a dairy-free option, substitute the heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk.
- Garnish with toasted pumpkin seeds or a swirl of cream.
- This soup is a great starter for a fall dinner or a light lunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg