Best 6 Southwest Pumpkin Soup Recipes

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Calling all soup aficionados! Are you seeking a culinary adventure that captures the vibrant flavors of the Southwest and the comforting warmth of pumpkin? Look no further! Embark on a delightful journey as we delve into the enticing world of Southwest pumpkin soup. From traditional Native American influences to modern twists, this versatile dish offers a captivating blend of sweet, savory, and earthy notes. We'll explore the essential ingredients that form the foundation of this delectable soup, uncovering the secrets to achieving that perfect balance of flavors. So, grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and prepare to tantalize your taste buds with the irresistible charm of Southwest pumpkin soup.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY SOUTHWEST PUMPKIN SOUP



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Just in time for pumpkin season, this Spicy Southwest Pumpkin Soup recipe is a delicious savory alternative to traditional pumpkin spice that is a quick, easy and healthy pumpkin soup recipe.

Provided by The Gracious Wife

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 15 ounce pumpkin puree
2 15 ounce cans corn, drained
2 10 ounce cans diced tomatoes and green chiles
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
4 cups milk or milk substitute
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a large stockpot. Stir to combine.
  • Bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until heated through.
  • Add additional salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve warm with a crusty bread.

SOUTHWESTERN PUMPKIN SOUP



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Southwestern Pumpkin Soup is a velvety smooth soup with all the flavours of the Southwest. And it's dairy-free.

Provided by Colleen Milne

Categories     Soup

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 18

olive oil
4 cups fresh ripe tomatoes (cut in half)
kosher salt
2 jalapenos (seeded and cut in half)
1 head garlic (top cut off)
1 onion (diced)
1 tsp dried thyme leaves (or 2 tsp fresh)
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp dried cumin
1/2 tsp dried coriander
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
4 cups vegetable stock (sodium-reduced)
1 large potato (peeled & diced)
1 cup pumpkin puree
1 bay leaf
1 lime (juice of)
1 tbsp cilantro leaves (chopped, for garnish (optional))

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°
  • Coat a baking sheet with olive oil
  • Place tomatoes, cut side down, jalapenos, cut side down, and garlic head, cut side up, on the baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt
  • Roast vegetables in the center of the oven for 30 minutes, turning halfway through.
  • In a soup pot or dutch oven, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over high heat.
  • Add the diced onion to the pot and immediately turn heat to low. Cook, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes.
  • Add garlic, thyme, paprika, cumin, coriander, cinnamon & red pepper flakes to the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes,
  • Add vegetable stock, potato, and bay leaf to the pot and turn heat to medium-high. Simmer 15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  • Add pumpkin puree to the pot
  • Add roasted tomatoes and jalapenos to the pot along with their juices.
  • Squeeze roasted garlic from the garlic head into the pot
  • Bring to a boil and stir until all ingredients are incorporated.
  • Remove from heat. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup right in the pot, or transfer in batches to a blender. (Please see post for notes on this)
  • Stir in lime juice. Taste and add salt as needed. Remove bay leaf.
  • Serve hot, garnished with cilantro or parsley

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g, Calories 99 kcal, Carbohydrate 19 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 58 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 6 g

SOUTHWEST PUMPKIN SOUP



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This is a wonderful spicy pumpkin soup (but not overly spicy), that's quick and easy to make and so delicious! A favorite soup to serve throughout the cold weather season and the holidays. Enjoy! From All the Best blog (by Ronda Carman) via In the Country.

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     Pumpkin

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 1/2 cups vegetable stock
1 cup half-and-half
2 (15 ounce) cans pumpkin puree
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
grated sharp cheddar cheese
chopped fresh cilantro
avocado, slices
sour cream
toasted pumpkin seeds

Steps:

  • Bring vegetable stock and whipping cream to boil in heavy medium pot. Whisk in canned pumpkin, cumin, chili powder, coriander and nutmeg.
  • Reduce heat to medium and simmer until soup thickens slightly and flavors blend, about 15 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Ladle soup into bowls. Garnish each serving with cheddar cheese, cilantro, avocado slices, sour cream, toasted pumpkin seeds and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92.2, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 14.9, Sodium 22.3, Carbohydrate 11.4, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 2, Protein 2.7

SOUTHWESTERN PUMPKIN SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Appetizer     Cheddar     Spice     Pumpkin     Fall     Simmer     Bon Appétit     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 4 (first-course) servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups chicken stock or canned low-salt chicken broth
1 cup whipping cream
1 15-ounce can pure pumpkin
3 tablespoons (packed) dark brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3/4 cup (packed) grated sharp cheddar cheese
Chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Bring chicken stock and whipping cream to boil in heavy medium pot. Whisk in canned pumpkin, brown sugar, cumin, chili powder, coriander and nutmeg. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until soup thickens slightly and flavors blend, about 15 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Soup can be prepared up to 1 day ahead. Cool. Cover and refrigerate. Rewarm over medium-low heat, whisking occasionally.) Ladle soup into bowls. Garnish each serving with cheddar cheese and cilantro and serve.

PUMPKIN SOUP WITH COCONUT MILK



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The spices in this soup really marry up well and make this the tasty, flavorful soup it is. I can guarantee you will impress even the fussiest of eaters. If you can use organic vegetables, the soup will have a glorious color and taste more intense. Most people cannot tell that you have used coconut milk instead of cream. This makes it not only taste good, but full of all the health benefits of the coconut. Add a dollop of plain Greek yogurt or some chopped parsley, or drizzle with good quality, cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil. Enjoy and taste the golden color of the sun!

Provided by Pip

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Squash Soup Recipes     Butternut Squash Soup Recipes

Time 2h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 large sweet potato
1 small pumpkin or buttercup squash, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes (4 cups)
3 large carrots, peeled and cut in half
2 large red onions, halved
¼ cup cold-pressed extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon flaked sea salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon ground allspice
1 pinch ground white pepper
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 pinch ground black pepper
4 cups chicken stock
2 (13.5 ounce) cans coconut milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Wrap sweet potato in aluminum foil; place on an oven-safe dish to catch drips.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until soft, about 45 minutes.
  • While the sweet potato is roasting, place pumpkin, carrots, and onions on a baking pan. Brush with olive oil; sprinkle with salt, allspice, and white pepper.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until soft, 30 to 40 minutes.
  • Peel the sweet potato and squash when cool enough to handle. Transfer to a large saucepan; add carrots, onions, nutmeg, cumin, coriander, ginger, salt, and pepper. Stir in chicken stock and coconut milk. Bring soup to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until fragrant, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Puree soup using an immersion blender until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.7 calories, Carbohydrate 25.3 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Fat 28.2 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 19.3 g, Sodium 867 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

SOUTHWESTERN PUMPKIN SOUP



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A request recipe from the Watermark Restaurant in Cleveland, printed in the October 2000 issue of Bon Appetit, this is an easy, elegant soup. The cilantro on top makes it! Can be made a day ahead.

Provided by rochsann

Categories     Low Protein

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 cup whipping cream
1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
2 1/2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3/4 cup packed grated sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Bring broth and whipping cream to boil in heavy medium pot.
  • Whisk in canned pumpkin, brown sugar, cumin, chili powder, coriander, and nutmeg.
  • Reduce heat to medium and simmer until soup thickens slightly and flavors blend, about 15 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Garnish servings with cheese and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.1, Fat 30.5, SaturatedFat 18.6, Cholesterol 103.8, Sodium 217.3, Carbohydrate 20.1, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 10.2, Protein 11.3

Tips:

  • Choose a flavorful pumpkin: Look for varieties like Sugar Pie, Cinderella, or Kabocha, known for their sweet and nutty flavor.
  • Roast the pumpkin: Roasting intensifies the pumpkin's natural sugars and gives it a smoky depth of flavor.
  • Use a quality vegetable broth: A good-quality broth will add richness and depth to the soup.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot: When roasting the pumpkin, spread the pieces in a single layer to ensure even cooking.
  • Simmer the soup: Simmering allows the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Season to taste: Adjust the seasonings to your preference.
  • Garnish with your favorites: Consider toppings like roasted pumpkin seeds, sour cream, or chopped cilantro.

Conclusion:

This Southwest Pumpkin Soup is a delightful and flavorful dish perfect for a cozy fall or winter meal. The combination of roasted pumpkin, aromatic spices, and creamy coconut milk creates a rich and satisfying soup that is both comforting and nutritious. Whether served as a starter, main course, or light lunch, this soup is sure to impress your taste buds and warm your soul. So gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and embark on a culinary journey to the Southwest with this delectable pumpkin soup.

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