Easy and Delish Pumpkin Ginger Soup

Alright, so you’re here for a soup that’s basically fall in a bowl, right? This Easy and Delish Pumpkin Ginger Soup is like a warm hug for your insides. It’s special because it combines the classic comfort of pumpkin with the zingy punch of ginger. Nothing fancy, just pure, velvety goodness. If you don’t try it, are you even celebrating fall?

Alright, gang, let me tell you about how this soup has become legendary in our tiny circus of a household. My husband? Well, he went from turning his nose up at pumpkin anything to enthusiastically requesting this soup every time the leaves start to turn. It’s magic, I swear. Our little ones? They slurp it up without a second thought, which, if you have kids, you know is a rare blessing from the dinner gods. We usually end up with pumpkin smeared faces and lots of laughter. This soup is basically our go-to comfort meal when life gets a little too hectic, which is often. And hey, I’m not complaining!

Why You’ll Love This Easy and Delish Pumpkin Ginger Soup

– It’s like a soft, cozy sweater for your soul.
– Uses a can opener more than fancy knife skills—holler minimal effort!
– It’s perfect for pretending you’re a sophisticated adult when your lifestyle screams “couch potato.”
– Ginger has magic ‘make everything better’ powers (not really—but almost!)

How to Make It

Alright, let’s do this. Grab your pot, the biggest one you can find in that chaotic cupboard of yours. You’re gonna sauté some onions in a swirl of olive oil until they’re all translucently fabulous. Add garlic because, let’s face it, garlic makes everything better. Dump in that can of pumpkin puree and stir like you’re encouraging your favorite kid at a soccer game. Add some stock—I prefer chicken ’cause it’s what’s usually there but vegetable works too. And then comes the ginger, fresh and fiery, grate it like your hand slipped while zesting, and get all that zing in there. Let it simmer until your whole kitchen smells so good even the dog might poke around. Finish with a swirl of cream if you’ve got it, and there ya go.

Ingredient Notes

– Pumpkin Puree: It’s the hero here. If you accidentally grabbed pumpkin pie filling, just abort mission or be prepared for a sugar rush.
– Ginger: Fresh is best. I once tried using powder. It was not the same. Trust me.
– Stock: Chicken or vegetable, I’ve used both, and though my chicken stock is usually from a kindly little carton, it’s just what the soup needs.

Recipe Steps

1. Sauté onions in olive oil until translucent.
2. Add garlic and cook for another minute.
3. Stir in pumpkin puree and your choice of stock.
4. Grate ginger into the mix.
5. Simmer until it smells amazing.
6. Finish with a cream swirl and serve.

What to Serve It With

Tips & Mistakes

Don’t scald your eyeballs by standing too close when adding the ginger (experience speaks here). And seriously, taste as you go. That’s your only safety net.

Storage Tips

This soup’s a keeper. Store any extras in a container marked “do not disturb” in the fridge. It’s great cold too, and if you’re like me and questionable decisions are your thing, it doubles as breakfast!

Variations and Substitutions

No ginger? Go rogue with a sprinkle of cinnamon. Ran out of stock? Water’s not gonna kill it, just dilute! I’ve been bold with substitute adventures, and let’s just say, it’s forgiving.

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Easy and Delish Pumpkin Ginger Soup

This comforting pumpkin ginger soup is creamy, warming, and perfect for any fall day. Ready in under 40 minutes, it's a nutritious and tasty delight.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes minutes

Servings: 6

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 4 cups pumpkin puree
• ▢ 1 cup vegetable broth
• ▢ 0.5 cup coconut milk full-fat for creaminess
• ▢ 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
• ▢ 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ▢ 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ▢ 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ▢ 0.75 teaspoon salt
• ▢ 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• ▢ 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
• Add grated fresh ginger and sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
• Pour in pumpkin puree and vegetable broth; stir well to combine.
• Add coconut milk, garlic powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
• Bring the soup to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Use an immersion blender to blend soup until smooth and creamy.
• Adjust seasoning to taste and serve warm.

Notes

Save leftover soup in the fridge for up to 4 days. Garnish with toasted pumpkin seeds or fresh herbs for added texture.