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Overhead view of a pot of carrot pumpkin soup surrounded by fresh basil, parmesan, and red pepper flakes.

Carrot Pumpkin Soup

Thick, creamy, and flavorful, this carrot pumpkin soup is a nourishing recipe you won't be able to get enough of! It's hearty, comforting, and made with canned pumpkin, so it comes together quickly and easily.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 5 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 2 pinches kosher salt divided
  • 4 medium carrots peeled and sliced into ½ inch pieces
  • ½ teaspoons red pepper flakes
  • ground pepper to taste
  • 795 mL pumpkin puree 1 can
  • 5 cups vegetable broth low sodium
  • cup coconut cream or heavy cream
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg

Instructions

  • Add the oil to a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add a pinch of salt and garlic and cook for another minute before adding the carrots. Continue to saute for another 5 minutes.
  • To the pot, add the vegetable broth, pumpkin puree, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
  • Bring the soup to a boil, lower the heat to medium-low, cover with a lid, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Remove the pot from heat and using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth and add the nutmeg.
  • Stir in coconut cream or heavy cream. Add additional salt and pepper, if desired. Serve with garnishes of your choice.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 238kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 243mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 19g
Course: One Pot
Cuisine: American
Author: Carmy