Vegan Pumpkin Soup with Spiced Pumpkin Seed and Coconut Topping Recipe

Introduction

This vegan pumpkin soup is a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for cooler days. Roasted pumpkin combined with warming spices and a zesty relish makes it both creamy and vibrant. It’s easy to prepare and great for sharing with friends or family.

Ingredients

• 1 medium pumpkin or large squash (about 1½kg)
• 1 tbsp rapeseed oil
• ½ tsp ground allspice
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp chopped ginger
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 1–1.2 litres vegan stock
• 1 tbsp vegan white miso
• 3 tbsp soya cream or coconut yogurt
• 3 tbsp coconut flakes
• 3 tbsp pumpkin seeds
• 1 red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped
• ½ small bunch of coriander, chopped
• 1 lime, zested and juiced

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan/gas mark 6). Peel, deseed, and chop the pumpkin into 3cm chunks. Reserve the seeds for the relish.
2. Step 2: Place the pumpkin chunks on a baking tray, drizzle with half the rapeseed oil, sprinkle with ground allspice, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat evenly. Roast for 30 minutes until golden and tender.
3. Step 3: While the pumpkin roasts, toast the coconut flakes in a dry frying pan over low heat until lightly golden. Remove from heat and let cool.
4. Step 4: Stir the toasted coconut flakes together with pumpkin seeds, chopped chilli, coriander, and lime zest to create the relish.
5. Step 5: Heat the remaining rapeseed oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Fry the chopped onion for about 5 minutes until soft but not browned.
6. Step 6: Add the chopped ginger and crushed garlic to the pan, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
7. Step 7: Pour in 1 litre of vegan stock and stir in the vegan white miso. Add the roasted pumpkin pieces to the saucepan and bring the mixture to a simmer.
8. Step 8: Remove the pan from heat and blend the soup using a stick blender until smooth. Add extra stock if you prefer a thinner consistency.
9. Step 9: Return the soup to a gentle simmer, season to taste, and stir in the lime juice.
10. Step 10: Serve the soup in bowls, topped with a swirl of soya cream or coconut yogurt and a sprinkle of the coconut and pumpkin seed relish.

Tips & Variations

• After deseeding the pumpkin, rinse the seeds well and dry them on kitchen paper. Toss with olive oil and toast in the oven for 10 minutes before adding to the relish for extra crunch and flavor.
• Swap rapeseed oil for olive oil or avocado oil for a different depth of flavor.
• For extra warmth, add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg along with the allspice during roasting.
• Use coconut yogurt instead of soya cream if you prefer a slightly tangier topping.

Storage

Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, stirring occasionally. The relish is best added fresh before serving, but you can store it separately in the fridge for up to 2 days.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use canned pumpkin instead of fresh pumpkin?

Fresh pumpkin gives the best flavor and texture, but canned pumpkin puree can be used in a pinch. Reduce the cooking time and adjust the quantity of stock for the desired thickness.

Is this soup gluten-free?

Yes, this recipe is naturally gluten-free as long as you choose a gluten-free vegan stock and miso. Always check labels to be sure.

Vegan Pumpkin Soup with Spiced Pumpkin Seed and Coconut Topping Recipe

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This vibrant vegan pumpkin soup is a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for cozy evenings. Roasted pumpkin chunks are blended with aromatic spices, fresh ginger, garlic, and vegan miso stock to create a smooth, creamy base. Topped with a zesty relish of toasted coconut flakes, pumpkin seeds, red chili, coriander, and lime, this soup offers a delightful balance of sweetness, warmth, and tanginess, making it an ideal starter or light meal for fall and winter.

• Author: zara
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 40 minutes
• Total Time: 55 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Soup
• Method: Roasting and Stovetop
• Cuisine: Vegan, Western
• Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

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Soup

• 1 medium pumpkin or large squash (about 1½kg)
• 1 tbsp rapeseed oil
• ½ tsp ground allspice
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp chopped ginger
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 1–1.2 litres vegan stock (divided)
• 1 tbsp vegan white miso
• 3 tbsp soya cream or coconut yogurt

Relish

• 3 tbsp coconut flakes
• 3 tbsp pumpkin seeds (toast the seeds)
• 1 red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped
• ½ small bunch of coriander, chopped
• 1 lime, zested and juiced

Instructions

1. Prepare and roast pumpkin: Heat the oven to 200°C/180°C fan/gas 6. Peel, deseed, and cut the pumpkin into 3cm chunks, reserving the seeds. Toss the pumpkin pieces with half the rapeseed oil, sprinkle with ground allspice, season well, and spread on a baking tray. Roast for 30 minutes until golden and tender.
2. Toast coconut flakes and pumpkin seeds: While the pumpkin roasts, dry toast the coconut flakes in a frying pan over low heat until lightly golden, then cool. For the seeds, wash and dry them, toss with 2 tsp olive oil, and toast in the oven for 10 minutes before adding to the relish.
3. Make the relish: Combine toasted coconut flakes, toasted pumpkin seeds, chopped red chilli, chopped coriander, and lime zest in a bowl. Set aside.
4. Sauté aromatics: Heat the remaining rapeseed oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Fry the chopped onion for 5 minutes until soft but not brown. Add chopped ginger and crushed garlic, frying for an additional minute.
5. Simmer soup base: Pour in 1 litre of the vegan stock and stir in the vegan white miso. Add the roasted pumpkin chunks to the saucepan and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
6. Blend the soup: Remove the pan from heat and use a stick blender to puree the soup until smooth. Add the remaining stock if you prefer a thinner consistency.
7. Finish and season: Return the soup to a low simmer. Season to taste with salt and pepper, then stir in the lime juice.
8. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls, add a swirl of soya cream or coconut yogurt on top, and sprinkle generously with the prepared relish for added texture and flavor.

Notes

• Be sure to wash and dry the pumpkin seeds thoroughly before toasting to remove any pumpkin flesh.
• Adjust the amount of chili in the relish to suit your desired spice level.
• The soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
• For a nutty depth, you can substitute rapeseed oil with olive oil if preferred.
• Use vegetable broth that is low in sodium to better control seasoning.

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