Pumpkin Soup

A super creamy and delicious soup for cold evenings; this SIX ingredient Pumpkin Soup recipe is a keeper.

It comes together in under 30 minutes in one pot and is a perfect hug of warmth.

Is there anything more Autumn worthy than pumpkin recipes? I bet not!

Squashes are favorites through Fall, for Halloween and on the Thanksgiving table. And pumpkin definitely tops the list of favorite squashes for many including our family.

Pumpkin can be consumed in so many different ways. From using it in multigrain bread, stuffed pumpkin shells in creamy sauce to this amazing pumpkin simple syrup; we love them all.

Jump to:

• What is Pumpkin Soup
• Why this recipe works
• Ingredients and Substitutions
• Step by Step Instructions to make Pumpkin Soup
• More Additions to the Soup
• Expert Tips and Notes
• Recipe FAQs
• Soup Dunkers
• More Soups to try
• Pumpkin Soup

What is Pumpkin Soup

A delicious soup made with pumpkin as the first ingredient; Pumpkin Soup is a great Fall recipe.

A comforting recipe that is thick, creamy and full of nutrients; this soup is great through Fall and Winters.

This recipe is what I have been using for years. It was a simple recipe that my mom made for me as a kid so I would eat pumpkin and now I love making it through the cold months.

Why this recipe works

• It needs just six ingredients to come together.
• The soup comes together in under 30 minutes.
• This one is perfectly spiced, savory yet mildly sweet.
• There are several ways to make pumpkin soup; by roasting a pumpkin, using it as is or using canned pumpkin.
• This recipe comes handy as a Fall favorite to warm up or for something for the Thanksgiving table.
• Moreover, a great way to use all the Halloween pumpkins you might have left over.
• The base of the soup itself is entirely Vegan.
• However, if you use a non-dairy creamer or coconut cream, the recipe will remain Vegan.
• We can make the soup using the stock pot, a thick pot, pressure cooker or even the Instant Pot.
• From pumpkin seeds and croutons to cilantro and cracked pepper; this soup can be topped with your favorites.
• I make this soup with fresh pumpkin. However, other squashes like kombucha and butternut works in this recipe. Moreover, canned pumpkin works well too.

This soup has been on our list of Fall favorites for the longest time. I like to switch the pumpkin with a different squash to make the soup.

Ingredients and Substitutions

• Pumpkin: The first ingredient in the soup is obviously pumpkin. Fresh pumpkin or canned will work here. For fresh pumpkin, remove the skin and the seeds. Also remove all the fine mesh from within the pumpkin and discard.
• Onion: White or pink onions work well for the soup. Use whatever you prefer and have at hand.
• Garlic: A few cloves of garlic do wonder to the recipe to add a whole layer of taste. These can be skipped for a non-garlic version but I strongly recommend adding it.
• Ginger is great in addition or in place of garlic. However, that depends on what flavor profile you like best.
• Vegetable Stock: The soup needs some form of liquid and vegetable stock is the best. While we can use water instead, but stock makes the soup rich in flavors and delicious. I like to make my own stock with this stock recipe. Store bought soup cubes can be used too.
• Seasonings: The soup only uses salt and pepper for seasoning. These are perfect for flavor. However, oregano, thyme, cilantro etc can also be used.
• Toppings: Pumpkin seeds, cracked pepper, croutons and a swirl of cream makes the soup luxurious and yum. Add these or skip based on preferences.

See the recipe card for detailed ingredient information, measurements and nutrition.

Step by Step Instructions to make Pumpkin Soup

1- In a soup pot or pan add diced pumpkin, onions, garlic and ginger.

2- Add the vegetable stock.

3- Bring everything to a boil.

4- Once it starts to boil, reduce heat to medium and cook everything covered for 12-15 minutes. Then check if the pumpkin is soft using a butter knife.

5- Open the lid, season with salt and pepper.

6- Next, remove from heat and blend using an immersion blender.

7- To make the soup smooth, whip completely. Alternatively keep some pieces intact.

8- Then transfer to bowls, top with pumpkin seeds, croutons, pepper and cream and enjoy!

More Additions to the Soup

• The soup needs minimal ingredients. However, adding some ginger, tomatoes or even carrots works well. I like to switch up the ingredients each time I make the soup.
• To make the soup rich, add some whipping cream after the soup is made. Boiling the soup after adding will split the cream. Or just add some milk or even some unsalted butter. Though, these ingredients convert the otherwise Vegan recipe to a Vegetarian one.
• If you like the soup spicy, add some Thai Curry Paste to the soup. Pumpkin and Thai spices are perfect with each other. Alternatively, add some smoked paprika or chili oil to the recipe.
• If you like the flavor of roasted or sautéed vegetables, either roast them all in the oven before using or add some butter and sauté the vegetables in the pan itself. Both methods work well.

Expert Tips and Notes

• The soup when made is Vegan. If you swirl in some cream, butter or milk, it turns to a Vegetarian soup.
• Make sure you use pure pumpkin and not pumpkin pie filling is using a can. As, the latter tends to be super sweet and not appropriate for the soup.
• While the soup is perfect when made using an immersion blender, it can be blended using a blender too. Just cool the soup slightly before whipping it up.
• Buy peeled and cubed pumpkin to cut down the prep time. Moreover, the soup can be made with canned pumpkin too. Just add 2 cans of pumpkin purée instead of pumpkins and continue with the same recipe.
• Moreover, to switch up the squash; use butternut squash, kombucha squash or a mix of squashes.

Recipe FAQs

Soup Dunkers

This soup is perfect to dunk breads. Here are some dunking favorites.

More Soups to try

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