Pumpkin Soup

Pumpkin Soup is a comforting, velvety dish perfect for cozy meals. Made with tender pumpkin, sautéed onions, and garlic, this soup is seasoned with cumin and black pepper, giving it a warm and aromatic flavor. Blended until smooth and served hot with a garnish of fresh coriander, it’s a delightful bowl of goodness that can be enjoyed as a light meal or an appetizer.

For a Serving Size of Two:

Ingredients:

• 300 grams pumpkin
• 200 ml vegetable stock
• 50 grams finely chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Fresh coriander for garnish

Procedure:

• Heat olive oil in a pot. Add chopped onions and garlic. Sauté until soft and fragrant.
  Add the pumpkin cubes and sauté for 3-4 minutes.
• Pour in the vegetable stock, cover, and simmer for about 10-12 minutes until the pumpkin is tender.
• Once the pumpkin is soft, remove the pot from heat and let it cool slightly. Using a hand blender or regular blender, blend the mixture until smooth.
• Return the soup to the pot. Add cumin powder, black pepper, and salt and let it simmer for 2-3 more minutes to combine flavors.
• Garnish with fresh coriander or parsley and serve hot.

Nutritional Benefits:

• Calories: 158 kcal
• Protein: 3.5 g
• Carbohydrates: 27 g
• Fat: 3.8 g