Description
Apple, Carrot, and Pumpkin Soup is a smooth and slightly sweet soup that blends autumn vegetables and fruits into a comforting and nourishing meal. It’s full of warm spices and perfect for fall or winter days.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
- 2 cups pumpkin puree (or roasted pumpkin)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves (optional)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup coconut milk or heavy cream
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme or parsley for garnish (optional)
Vegetables and Fruits:
Spices and Seasonings:
Liquids and Garnish:
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic, carrots, and apples. Cook for another 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in pumpkin puree, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves. Cook for 2 minutes to release the flavors.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes, until carrots and apples are tender.
- Remove from heat and use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, blend in batches using a countertop blender.
- Stir in coconut milk or cream, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Heat gently for 5 more minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh thyme or parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a subtle tangy flavor.
- You can substitute pumpkin puree with butternut squash or sweet potato puree.
- This soup freezes well for up to 2 months.
- Add a pinch of cayenne for a spicy kick if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
