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Easy Pumpkin and Sweet Potato Soup with Chipotle and Coconut Cream Recipe

Cozy Easy Pumpkin and Sweet Potato Soup with Chipotle Recipe

This Easy Pumpkin and Sweet Potato Soup with Chipotle and Coconut Cream Recipe is cozy, nourishing, and quick to prepare.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil substitute with avocado oil for a lighter touch
  • 1 medium white onion yellow onion is a reliable alternative
  • 1 piece chipotle pepper (minced) adjust based on spice preference or substitute with smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 clove fresh garlic is roughly equivalent
  • 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice try a mix of cinnamon and nutmeg if needed
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt adjust to taste due to varied salinity
For the Soup
  • 2 cups pumpkin puree fresh roasted pumpkin is a fantastic substitute
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes diced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth or chicken stock, opt for homemade or low-sodium
For Finishing Touches
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice lime juice can be a suitable alternative
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup honey is an option if not vegan
  • 1 cup coconut cream or heavy cream for non-vegan needs

Equipment

  • large pot
  • immersion blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped white onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  2. Stir in chipotle pepper, garlic powder, pumpkin pie spice, and kosher salt. Cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing spices to bloom.
  3. Add pumpkin puree and diced sweet potatoes to the pot. Pour in vegetable broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a boil, then simmer.
  4. Let the soup simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
  5. Using an immersion blender, carefully puree the soup until smooth and creamy.
  6. Stir in fresh lemon juice and maple syrup, then mix in coconut cream until combined.
  7. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with additional salt or chipotle as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 18500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Let the soup sit in the fridge for a day before serving for deeper flavors. Customize with proteins as desired.

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