Ginger Pumpkin Soup + A Bonus Recipe For Pumpkin Spice Blend

It's Pumpkin Season! Pumpkins are high in vitamin A, and they contain carotinoids, a type of antioxidant that has health protective benefits. Pumpkin seeds, also called pepitas, are high in magnesium. This rich, yummy soup has all the fall flavors. It is great all on its own or as a healthy starter at your holiday dinner.

Ingredients:

One 16-oz can of pumpkin puree 

4 cups low sodium vegetable broth

1 ½ tsp apple cider vinegar 

3 Tbsp maple syrup

1 tsp fresh ginger, grated or minced

2 tsp pumpkin spice blend*

1 Tbsp vanilla extract

¼ tsp thyme

¼ tsp ground sage

1 tsp onion powder

2 tsp cinnamon

3 Tbsp 2% milk 

3 Tbsp heavy cream 

2 Tbsp pumpkin seeds

*Pumpkin Spice Blend:

1 ½ Tbsp cinnamon

1 tsp ground ginger

1 tsp nutmeg

¾ tsp ground allspice

¾ tsp ground cloves

Directions:

1. In a large dutch oven or large pot over medium heat, add all ingredients (except for cream and pumpkin seeds) and stir together.

2. Bring to a boil. 

3. Add cream and lower the temperature to simmer for 30 minutes. 

4. Serve in bowls and garnish each bowl with a sprinkle of pumpkin seeds. 

Nutrition Information:

Makes 7 cups (56 oz)

Serving size: 1 cup (8 oz)

110 Calories

4g Total Fat

18g Carbohydrates

2g Fiber

2g Protein

85mg Sodium