Low Carb Pumpkin Soup Recipe With Nutrition Data and Calorie Count

A savory pumpkin soup with a touch of heat turns this into a savory low carb treat packed with beta-carotene.

Yields:

4 servings

Prep Time:

5 mins

Cook Time:

15 mins

Meal Type:

Soup

Rating:

Ingredients

Directions

Place a medium saucepan over moderate heat. Once warm, add the butter and heat until melted.
When butter is hot, add the onions and sauté, stirring occasionally until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
Add 3/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper to the saucepan. Stir just to combine and cook for 2 minutes.
Add the canned pumpkin and broth to the saucepan, stir, and let simmer for 8 minutes. Remove from heat.
Puree the soup with an immersion blender or transfer to a traditional blender, or whisk by hand until creamy. Stir in the evaporated cream mixing completely.
Top with fresh chopped parsley or basil if desired.
Note: a small pinch of each of the following ground spices can be substituted for pumpkin pie spice: mace, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, allspice, nutmeg.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 serving

Calories

Amount Per Serving 154

% Daily Value*

Nutrition summary:

There are 154 calories in 1 serving of Low Carb Pumpkin Soup.

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Values estimated based on person weighing 160 lbs.