Curried Pumpkin Soup

Whether for Thanksgiving or for just a hot nourishing soup to warm your soul on any cold winter day, this Curried Pumpkin soup hits the spot.

🎃 Why Pumpkin Deserves a Spot in Your Diet

Pumpkin isn’t just a fall favorite—it’s a nutritional powerhouse that delivers impressive health benefits all year long. Whether you enjoy it roasted, blended into soups, or baked into wholesome treats, here’s why your body will thank you for adding more pumpkin to your plate:

🌟 1. Packed With Vitamins and Antioxidants

Pumpkin is rich in vitamin A, which supports healthy vision, immune function, and skin health. It also contains antioxidants like beta-carotene, lutein, and zeaxanthin that help protect your cells from damage.

💪 2. Boosts Your Immune System

With high levels of vitamins A and C, pumpkin helps strengthen your immune defenses. Vitamin C supports collagen production and helps your body fight off infections.

❤️ 3. Great for Heart Health

Pumpkin is naturally low in fat and high in potassium, fiber, and antioxidants—all of which support a healthy heart. Potassium helps regulate blood pressure, while fiber helps lower cholesterol levels.

⚖️ 4. Supports Healthy Weight Management

Low in calories but high in fiber, pumpkin helps you feel full longer. It’s a smart addition to meals if you’re aiming to maintain or lose weight without sacrificing flavor.

🌱 5. Good for Your Skin

The beta-carotene in pumpkin acts as a natural sun protector, helping shield your skin from UV damage. Its vitamins and antioxidants also support a healthy, glowing complexion.

🧠 6. Nourishes Your Brain

Pumpkin seeds are rich in magnesium, zinc, and omega‑3 fatty acids—nutrients linked to improved mood, memory, and overall brain function.

Pumpkin isn’t just delicious—it’s one of nature’s most versatile and nutrient-dense foods. Whether you’re blending it into smoothies, stirring it into oatmeal, or roasting it as a savory side, your body will reap the benefits.

So, without further ado, I present to you my recipe for delicious Curried Pumpkin Soup.

Guaranteed to warm your soul.

Curried Pumpkin Soup

Ingredients:

1 small onion, chopped
1 tsp. olive oil
2 C. Chicken broth (preferably homemade)
1 1/2 C Pumpkin Puree
1 tbsp. lemon juice (optional)
1 tsp. curry powder
1 tsp. sugar
Salt & Pepper to taste
1 - 14oz can coconut milk (homemade coconut milk is ideal)

Instructions:

Sauté onion in oil

Add broth, pumpkin, lemon juice, curry powder, sugar, salt and pepper

Bring to a boil

Simmer 15 minutes

Stir in milk

Heat & serve.

You may add more spices or even some hot sauce to really spice it up a bit.

So, there you have it!  

Try this recipe and incorporate pumpkin into your diet, not just during Halloween and Thanksgiving, but all year long.   

It's worth it just for the health benefits.

Bon Appetit!