A Soup that will make you feel good this winter
If you are looking for a meal that will help boot your immune system, then check out this bowl of goodness. Our pumpkin soup recipe is great for these autumn and winter months, where the ingredients won’t only help boost and support your immune system but will help you feel good inside.
Ingredients
- Pumpkin: 500g (about 1.5 to 2 cups), peeled and diced
- Garlic: 1 small clove
- Ginger: A small pinch, grated
- Spices: A tiny pinch each of turmeric, cumin, and cinnamon/chilli flakes (optional)
- Olive oil: 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper: To taste
- Liquid: 250–375 ml of water or vegetable stock
- Pumpkin seeds: A small handful for topping
Equipment
- Blender (or hand blender)
- Two serving bowls
- Saucepan
- Pan
Instructions
- Sauté: Heat 1 tsp olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté the garlic and ginger for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Spices: Stir in your spices for 30 seconds.
- Cook the Pumpkin: Toss in the 500g diced pumpkin and black pepper. Stir to coat.
- Simmer: Pour in 250–375 ml of liquid (just enough to cover the pumpkin). Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer on low. Wait 10–12 minutes till the pumpkin is fork-tender.
- Blend & Serve: Purée in a blender (or a hand blender) until smooth, toast your seeds in a dry pan for 2 minutes, and ladle into two bowls. Serve on its own or enjoy with bread of your choice.
