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7 Spice Pumpkin Lentil Soup

Comforting and nutritious, this pumpkin lentil soup is anything but bland thanks to the inclusion of 7 spice. The warm aromatic profile enhances the sweetness of pumpkin while the lentils provide hearty body and texture.

  • Category Soup / Vegan / Comfort

  • Servings 4–6

  • Prep Time 10 minutes

  • Cook Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup red lentils
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp 7 spice
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

  • Sauté the Aromatics
    In a pot, heat olive oil and sauté onion and garlic until soft.
  • Simmer the Soup
    Add lentils, pumpkin, spices, and broth. Bring to boil, then reduce heat and simmer 25–30 minutes.
  • Blend (Optional)
    Blend partially for a creamy texture or leave chunky.
  • Serve
    Season with salt and garnish with a swirl of olive oil or chopped herbs.