Soups are known as “comfort foods” and are packed with a lot of nutrients. They are a great source of vitamins, minerals and fibre (remember to blend it well & do not strain). Pumpkin soup is not only low fat but also loaded with Vitamin A, flavonoids and polyphenols.
Ingredients:
Pumpkin – 1 cup, chopped
Onion – 1 medium, chopped
Potato – 1 small, chopped
Garlic – 2-3 pods, chopped
Jeera/Cumin Seeds – 1 tsp
Lime – 1
Dry Spices:
Chilli powder – 1 tsp
Turmeric – ½ tsp
Dhania (Coriander) powder – ½ tsp
Jeera (Cumin Seeds) powder – ½ tsp
Salt – as per taste
Coriander – Finely Chopped (for garnishing)
Method:
1. In a pressure cooker, heat 1 tsp of oil.
2. Add garlic, jeera and chopped onions, pumpkin and potato. Stir well together.
3. Add all the dry spices and 5 cups of water.
4. Pressure cook for 3-4 whistles. Let the pressure cooker cool.
5. Blend the above in a blender to form a smooth paste (do not strain).
6. Add water if it gets too thick and boil again.
7. Garnish with coriander and lime. Serve hot.
