Pumpkin Pear Soup
Embrace the cozy flavors of autumn with this velvety Pumpkin Pear Soup, a perfect blend of sweet and savory that will warm your soul. Made with creamy pumpkin puree and naturally sweet ripe pears, this comforting soup is spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg for a touch of seasonal magic. The base of sautéed onions and garlic adds depth, while a splash of vegetable broth ties it all together into a smooth, luscious puree. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy-to-make soup is ideal for a weeknight dinner or a festive fall starter. Garnish with a drizzle of heavy cream and a sprinkle of toasted pumpkin seeds for added richness and texture. Discover the perfect balance of flavors in this simple yet elegant recipe that celebrates autumn's finest ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
- 2 medium ripe pear, peeled, cored, and diced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 cups heavy cream (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons toasted pumpkin seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it becomes soft and translucent.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the pumpkin puree, diced pear, vegetable broth, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the soup simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the pears are tender.
Remove the pot from the heat and use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, you can transfer the soup in batches to a countertop blender, being careful not to overfill.
Taste the soup and adjust seasonings as needed.
Serve hot, garnished with a drizzle of heavy cream and a sprinkle of toasted pumpkin seeds, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1352 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.4 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.6 g | 103% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 3469 mg | 151% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 177.3 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.1 g | 136% | |
| Total Sugars | 71.4 g | ||
| Protein | 31.7 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 411 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 4450 mg | 95% | |
*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.
