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Cozy Up with 1-Pot Pumpkin Black Bean Soup Delight

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250
A warm and hearty soup combining pumpkin, black beans, and spices for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

Oil and Aromatics

  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil (Use water for a lower-calorie option.)
  • 1 cup Diced Onion (Substitute with shallots for a milder flavor.)
  • 4 cloves Garlic (Essential for depth.)
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Minced Ginger (Fresh is best.)
  • 1 medium Jalapeño (Swap for bell peppers for less heat.)
  • 1 large Sweet Potato (Leaving the skin on maximizes nutrients.)
  • 1 can Diced Fire Roasted Tomatoes with Green Chilies (Regular diced tomatoes are a fine substitute.)
  • 1 can Canned Pumpkin Pureé (Adjust the amount to intensify pumpkin flavor.)
  • 2 cups Chopped Greens (Spinach or kale work beautifully.)
  • 2 cups Black Beans (Double up for added nutrition.)
  • 4 cups Vegetable or Chicken Broth (Adjust for desired soup thickness.)
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin (Essential in this recipe.)
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder (Tweak to your spice preference.)
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander (Optional.)
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt (Adjust to taste.)
  • 1 can Light Coconut Milk (Use full-fat for a richer soup.)
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice (Adjust to fit your taste.)
  • 1 handful Fresh Cilantro (Optional, for garnishing.)

Instructions 

  • Heat oil in a large pot and sauté diced onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
  • Add chopped sweet potato, jalapeño, and canned tomatoes. Cook for 5 minutes.
  • Pour in broth, pumpkin, cumin, chili powder, coriander, and salt. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Add greens, black beans, and coconut milk. Cook for another 5 minutes.
  • Stir in lime juice, garnish with cilantro, and serve hot.

Notes

This soup is perfect for a cozy night and can be customized with your favorite greens and spice levels.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Black Beans, Pumpkin, Vegetarian