Pumpkin Soup

Name: Pumpkin Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 600 g pumpkin diced; 1 large carrot chopped; 1 medium potato chopped; 1 onion chopped; 2 garlic cloves minced; 1 tbsp olive oil; 600 ml vegetable broth (or water); 200 ml milk (optional for creamier texture); half tsp salt; half tsp black pepper; half tsp turmeric (optional); half tsp nutmeg grated (optional)

Warming, creamy and healthy: Pumpkin Soup 🎃🥣✨

Total: 35 min
Servings: 4 servings
Difficulty: Easy
Calories · per serving: 150 kcal

Updated: September 19, 2025

In short

Pumpkin Soup contains 150 calories per serving: 4 g protein, 20 g carbohydrate and 6 g fat. It takes 35 minutes in total and makes 4 servings.

About this recipe

Pumpkin soup is one of the most popular healthy soups of autumn and winter. With its creamy texture, slightly sweet flavor, and nutritious profile, it offers both a light and filling meal. Rich in fiber and vitamins, it supports the immune system, aids digestion, and is diet-friendly due to its low calories.

Method

1
Heat olive oil in a pot.
2
Add onion and garlic and sauté.
3
Add carrot and potato and cook a few minutes.
4
Add pumpkin and stir.
5
Pour in broth (or water) and bring to a boil.
6
Cook about 20 minutes until vegetables are soft.
7
Blend until smooth.
8
Add milk for creaminess and stir.
9
Season with spices.
10
Serve hot.

Tips

For a thicker texture increase potato amount.
Garnish with croutons or pumpkin seeds.
For a vegan version use plant-based milk.

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