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Optimal Health Kitchen: Creamy Dairy-Free Pumpkin Soup

When autumn arrives, there's nothing quite like a warm bowl of pumpkin soup to cozy up with on a chilly evening.

 

This dairy-free version of the classic favorite retains all the creamy richness you crave without any of the dairy. It's velvety smooth, bursting with flavor, and guaranteed to become a staple in your fall recipe collection.



Creamy Dairy-Free Pumpkin Soup


SERVES 4

Prep time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Total time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin puree

  • 2 cups vegetable broth

  • 1 can (13.5 ounces) coconut milk

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Optional toppings: roasted pumpkin seeds, coconut cream, fresh herbs


Directions

  1. Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.

  2. Blend Ingredients: Add the pumpkin puree, vegetable broth, and coconut milk to the pot. Stir well to combine.

  3. Season: Stir in the ground cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more spices if desired.

  4. Simmer: Bring the soup to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat. Let it simmer for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

  5. Blend: Once the soup has simmered and the flavors have developed, carefully blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or by transferring it in batches to a regular blender. Be cautious when blending hot liquids.

  6. Serve: Ladle the creamy pumpkin soup into bowls. If desired, garnish each bowl with a drizzle of coconut cream, a sprinkle of roasted pumpkin seeds, or fresh herbs like parsley or thyme.

  7. Enjoy: Serve your dairy-free pumpkin soup hot and enjoy the comforting flavors of fall!


Feel free to customize this soup to your liking by adjusting the spices or adding ingredients like roasted carrots or sweet potatoes for extra depth of flavor. It's a versatile dish that's perfect for warming up on cool autumn evenings or impressing guests at your next dinner party. Happy cooking!

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