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Autumn-Spiced Roasted Pumpkin Soup

Warm Autumn-Spiced Roasted Pumpkin Soup for Cozy Nights

This Autumn-Spiced Roasted Pumpkin Soup is a warming blend of roasted pumpkin and fragrant spices, perfect for cozy evenings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 medium Pumpkin or butternut squash/acorn squash for substitution
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for roasting and sautéing
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground preferred
  • 1 medium Onion yellow or white
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg preferably fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger can use fresh
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth for a plant-based option
  • 1 can Coconut Milk or almond/oat milk for lighter take
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley optional, can substitute with pumpkin seeds

Equipment

  • Oven
  • large bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Large Pot
  • Immersion Blender

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the pumpkin into small cubes and toss them with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes.
  2. While the pumpkin is roasting, heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until translucent.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, toasting them for about 1 minute to enhance flavors.
  5. Pour in vegetable broth and add the roasted pumpkin cubes. Stir and bring to a simmer for about 10 minutes.
  6. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
  7. Stir in coconut milk, warming the soup over low heat and adjusting seasoning as needed.
  8. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley or toasted pumpkin seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh pumpkin; if unavailable, butternut squash or acorn squash are excellent alternatives.

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