Pumpkin Ginger Turmeric Soup
Posted by Martina Grace | SOUPS & STEWS
Embrace autumn’s cozy flavors with my Pumpkin Ginger Turmeric Soup—a velvety blend of sweet pumpkin, spicy ginger, and earthy turmeric that warms you from the inside out. A bowl of this vibrant soup is the perfect hug on a chilly day!
🍽 Servings: 5 🕓 Prep Time: 15 mins 🕓 Cook Time: 45 mins
INGREDIENTS
◦ 4 cups pumpkin flesh, grossly chopped - you can substitute for acorn squash it’s also super delicious
◦ 6 carrots, grossly chopped
◦ 2 yellow onions, chopped
◦ 4 tsp garlic, minced
◦ 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
◦ 2.5L vegetable broth
◦ 2 cups red lentils, rinsed
◦ 2 tbsp turmeric
◦ 2 tbsp fresh or ground ginger
◦ 2 tbsp dried parsley
◦ 1 tsp black pepper
◦ 1/2 tsp cumin
◦ Pinch of cayenne pepper
◦ Salt to taste
◦ 5 tbsp pumpkin seeds
INSTRUCTIONS
1. In a big pot, heat up your oil on medium-high heat, then add your onion and your garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
2. Add your carrots, your pumpkin flesh and the spices. Cook for about 5 minutes.
3. Add your red lentils and your broth. Bring it to a boil, then cover and cook for 35 minutes on low-medium heat.
4. With a hand mixer or in a blender, reduce the soup into a puree. Top with vegan cream and pumpkin seeds.
5. Serve with crackers or toast. Top with Smoky Crispy Chickpeas for extra protein.
Refrigerate up to 5 days.
🌱 Enjoy every bite,
Martina.
NUTRITION FACTS
✦ Per serving: 8g of protein & 8g of fiber.
✦ Turmeric has strong antioxidant effects and potent anti-inflammatory properties that help combat oxidative stress and protect cells from damage.
✦ Ginger contains gingerol, a compound with anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce pain and inflammation and ginger can help with digestion, reduce bloating, and relieve indigestion.
✦ Pumpkin is an excellent source of vitamins A, which supports vision, immune function, and skin health.
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