Pumpkin Soup

The warm sweetness of paprika and nutmeg combine with the savory seasonings of onion, garlic, and cayenne pepper to create this decadent, full-bodied purée.

Ingredients

• 1 cup (240 ml) vegetable broth [or chicken broth]
• ¼ cup (60 ml) coconut milk
• 1 cups (370 g) pumpkin purée [or roasted pumpkin]
• ½ small (60 g) onion, peeled, sauteéd
• 2 cloves roasted garlic, peeled
• 1 each date, pitted
• 1 pinch ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon salt, optional
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

1. Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid.
2. Run the Hot Soup Program or start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 5 minutes 45 seconds.

Notes

Garnish this soup with some roasted pepitas for an extra crunch.

Nutrition

1 serving (401g)

• Calories: 170

• Total Fat: 5g

• Total Carbohydrate: 27g

  • Dietary Fiber: 5g
  • Sugars: 16g

• Protein: 4g

• Cholesterol: 7.38mg

• Sodium: 880mg