Pumpkin Mushroom Soup
Creamy, comforting, and loaded with rich, earthy flavors, this Pumpkin Mushroom Soup is the ultimate fall recipe to warm your soul. Made with velvety pumpkin puree, sautéed cremini mushrooms, and a touch of fragrant spices like nutmeg and cinnamon, this soup combines hearty and savory elements with a hint of sweetness. Fresh garlic and onions lend depth, while a splash of heavy cream creates a luxurious, silky texture. Ready in just 35 minutes, this one-pot soup is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or elegant holiday starters. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and pair with crusty bread for an irresistible meal that's both wholesome and indulgent.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 250 grams cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 400 grams pumpkin puree
- 750 milliliters vegetable broth
- 120 milliliters heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- crusty bread (optional for serving)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are softened and slightly browned.
Stir in the pumpkin puree and vegetable broth, mixing well to combine.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
Stir in the heavy cream, ground nutmeg, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Continue to cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, you can carefully transfer the soup to a blender in batches, then return it to the pot.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley. Pair with crusty bread if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1430 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 89.0 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.5 g | 168% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 128 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 4546 mg | 198% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 128.7 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.7 g | 95% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.7 g | ||
| Protein | 32.4 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 294 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 3205 mg | 68% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
