Pumpkin Carrot Soup: A Healthy & Creamy Fall Soup

Are you looking for a healthy, warming soup that is perfect for autumn and winter? Then pumpkin carrot soup is a delicious choice! This soup is creamy, nutritious and full of flavour, and is packed with vitamins and antioxidants that boost your immune system.

In this blog you will discover a simple recipe for pumpkin carrot soup, including handy tips to make the soup even tastier.

Why choose pumpkin carrot soup?

✔️ Healthy & nutritious – Pumpkin and carrot are full of vitamin A, C and fiber.
✔️ Creamy without cream – The natural structure of pumpkin and carrot makes the soup deliciously creamy without dairy.
✔️ Easy & quick – This soup is on the table within 30 minutes.
✔️ Perfect for meal prepping – Ideal to make in advance and freeze.

How to prepare pumpkin carrot soup

1. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius.
2. Cut the pumpkin, carrots and red onion into large pieces. Place them on a baking tray lined with baking paper.
3. Halve the orange and place it with the flesh facing up on the baking tray between the vegetables. Also add the unpeeled garlic cloves.
4. Sprinkle the vegetables with olive oil and mix well so that all the pieces are covered with a thin layer of oil.
5. Roast the vegetables in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, until they are soft and lightly browned.
6. Heat a pan on the stove and add the roasted vegetables, together with the pressed garlic cloves. Add the stock and all the herbs (except the lemon juice). Let everything get warm.
7. Add the lemon juice once everything is warm. Then squeeze the juice from the roasted orange over the pan (be careful of hot splashes).
8. Puree the soup with a hand blender until smooth. Add more stock if necessary to achieve the desired thickness.
   Season the soup with salt and pepper.
9. Ladle the warm soup into bowls and garnish with fresh coriander and pumpkin seeds. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Variation tips

Extra veggies? Add sweet potato or red pepper for a twist.
More herbs? Thyme, turmeric or cumin add extra flavor to the soup.
Delicious with… Serve with sourdough bread or a topping of roasted pumpkin seeds.

Frequently Asked Questions about Pumpkin Carrot Soup

1. Can I freeze this soup?
Yes! Store the soup in the freezer for up to 3 months or in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

2. Is this soup vegan?
Yes! This recipe is completely plant-based and dairy-free.

3. How do I spice up the soup?
Add extra chili flakes or cayenne pepper for a spicy touch.

Conclusion

Pumpkin carrot soup is a healthy, warming and easy meal that is perfect for autumn and winter. Thanks to the combination of sweet pumpkin, carrot and spicy herbs, this soup is not only tasty, but also nutritious and easy to digest.

Have you tried this soup? Let us know in the comments!

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