Curried Pear Soup

Delight your taste buds with the warm, exotic flavors of curried pear soup—a velvety blend of ripe pears, aromatic spices, and creamy coconut milk. This unique soup brings together the natural sweetness of pears with the depth of curry powder and the zing of fresh ginger, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, this one-pot wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or as a sophisticated starter for dinner parties. Finished with optional garnishes like fresh cilantro, lime juice, and toasted pumpkin seeds, every spoonful is a vibrant, aromatic treat. Ideal for those seeking a comforting, dairy-free, and gluten-free soup, it pairs well with crusty bread for a satisfyingly wholesome meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium, chopped yellow onion
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon, freshly grated ginger
• 1 tablespoon curry powder
• 3 large, peeled, cored, and chopped ripe pears
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon (optional, for garnish) lime juice
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional, for garnish) cilantro
• 2 tablespoons (optional, for garnish) toasted pumpkin seeds

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped yellow onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the curry powder and stir for 30 seconds to toast the spices.

Step 5

Add the chopped pears and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.

Step 6

Simmer for 15 minutes or until the pears are soft and easily pierced with a fork.

Step 7

Remove the pot from heat and use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup to a blender in batches and blend until smooth.

Step 8

Return the soup to low heat and stir in the coconut milk. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 9

Cook for another 2-3 minutes to warm through, but do not let it boil.

Step 10

Serve the soup warm, garnished with a drizzle of lime juice, chopped cilantro, and toasted pumpkin seeds, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1938.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1171.1

Total Fat 45.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.6g
Cholesterol 65.8mg	0%
Sodium 6843.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 181.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.1g	0%
Total Sugars 87.6g
Protein 27.7g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 262.1mg	0%
Iron 13.0mg	0%
Potassium 3034.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.0%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 58.1%