Pumpkin Soup

Good nutritional profile

Creamy blended soup of pumpkin or butternut squash with onion.

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Pumpkin soup is pumpkin or butternut squash simmered with onion, garlic and broth, then blended smooth and finished with cream and a pinch of nutmeg. It is low in calories and protein; the orange flesh is rich in beta-carotene, and the cream and butter supply most of the fat. Using milk or a spoonful of yogurt instead of the cream makes a lighter bowl.

Low carbLow calorie

Macronutrients Distribution

Protein: 0.9g (8.2%)
Fat: 3.8g (34.5%)
Carbs: 6.3g (57.3%)
Fiber: 0.8g

Basic Nutritional Info

NutrientValueDV
Protein0.9g1.6%
Fat3.8g5.4%
Carbs6.3g2.1%
Simple Sugars2.2gEstimate
Complex Carbs3.3gEstimate
Fiber0.8g3.2%
Water88g3.5%
Calories592.6%

Glycemic Index

Low (0-55) Medium (56-69) High (70+)
55

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Fatty Acids Composition

Fatty AcidAmountUnitDV
Saturated2.39g12.0%
Monounsaturated0.99g4.0%
Polyunsaturated0.16g1.2%
Omega-30.048gEstimate
EPA1mg0.1%
Omega-60.112gEstimate
Trans0.08g4.0%

Antioxidants

Antioxidants (e.g. vitamin C, vitamin E, selenium, polyphenols, carotenoids) help protect cells from oxidative stress and support health. They are found in fruits, vegetables, nuts, and some animal products.

Compounds with antioxidant activity. Vitamin C, E and selenium are included when present in the product.

CompoundAmountUnit
Vitamin C3.86mg
Vitamin E0.67mg
Selenium0.51mcg

Vitamins

VitaminAmountUnitDV
vitamin A256mcg28.4%
vitamin B10.035mg2.9%
vitamin B20.078mg6.0%
vitamin B30.36mg2.3%
vitamin B60.043mg2.5%
vitamin B98.14mcg2.0%
vitamin B120.012mcg0.5%
vitamin C3.86mg4.3%
vitamin D0.104 (4 IU)mcg0.7%
vitamin E0.669mg4.5%
vitamin K1.25mcg1.0%

Minerals

MineralAmountUnitDV
calcium21.8mg2.2%
iron0.537mg3.0%
magnesium9.14mg2.3%
phosphorus35.2mg5.0%
potassium232mg8.9%
sodium294mg12.8%
zinc0.241mg2.2%
copper0.085mg9.4%
manganese0.1mg4.3%
selenium0.512mcg0.9%

Essential Amino Acids

Amino AcidAmountUnitDVDIAAS
Histidine 16mg2.3%87%
Isoleucine 32mg2.3%92%
Leucine 49mg1.8%70%
Lysine 45mg2.1%81%
Methionine limiting16mg1.5%60%
Phenylalanine 66mg3.8%140%
Threonine 29mg2.8%101%
Tryptophan 12mg4.3%158%
Valine 36mg2.0%78%

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Allergens

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Soup Difficulty: Easy Servings: 6 Total: 45 min

Ingredients

  • Butter 30 g
  • Onion 1 medium (150 g)
  • Garlic 2 cloves
  • Pumpkin or butternut squash, peeled and cubed 1 kg
  • Vegetable broth 600 ml
  • Heavy cream 120 ml
  • Ground nutmeg 1 pinch
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1

    Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat and cook the chopped onion for 6 minutes, until soft.

  2. 2

    Add the chopped garlic and cook for 1 minute.

  3. 3

    Add the pumpkin and broth, bring to a boil and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes, until the pumpkin is very soft.

  4. 4

    Blend until completely smooth.

  5. 5

    Stir in the cream and nutmeg and heat through without boiling.

  6. 6

    Season with salt and pepper and serve hot.