Sopa De Calabaza Y Manzana Pumpkin Apple Soup

Creamy, comforting, and bursting with fall flavors, Sopa de Calabaza y Manzana (Pumpkin Apple Soup) is a delightful twist on traditional pumpkin soup. This velvety dish combines the natural sweetness of unsweetened pumpkin purée and fresh apple with aromatic spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, creating a perfect harmony of savory and sweet. Simmered with vegetable broth and finished optionally with a splash of heavy cream, this soup offers a luxurious texture that’s both satisfying and warming. Each bowl is topped with crunchy, toasted pumpkin seeds for a nutty contrast that elevates every spoonful. Ready in just 45 minutes and ideal for cozy nights or festive gatherings, this soup is an elegant way to embrace the harvest season.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
• 1 large apple, peeled, cored, and diced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 0.75 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 cups heavy cream (optional)
• 2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds, toasted (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until translucent.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the pumpkin puree, diced apple, and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Add the ground cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Stir again to incorporate the spices.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes, or until the apple is tender.

Step 7

Remove the pot from the heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 8

Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup to a countertop blender in batches, blending until smooth, then return it to the pot.

Step 9

If using heavy cream, stir it into the soup and gently reheat over low heat, being careful not to boil.

Step 10

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 11

Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with toasted pumpkin seeds, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1822.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1427.8

Total Fat 86.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 133.6mg	0%
Sodium 4073.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 147.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.3g	0%
Total Sugars 55.6g
Protein 31.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 407.9mg	0%
Iron 12.1mg	0%
Potassium 4139.4mg	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: 52.2%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 39.4%