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VEGAN PUMPKIN SOUP INSTANT POT

This Vegan Instant Pot Pumpkin Soup is really simple and easy to make from scratch and is full of flavours. It’s done and ready on the table in 30 minutes or less.
We love thisInstantPot Pumpkin Soup for how convenient it is and how easy it is to put together. Especially when the market is flooded with pumpkins, I cannot help but treat my family to seasonal recipes.

Heyy, did I tell you, you can store all the extra pumpkin cubes in a Ziploc bag and freeze them for later?

I have made this Pumpkin Soup with frozen Pumpkin cubes too and they taste just the same.

WATCH A QUICK VIDEO ON HOW TO MAKE INSTANT POT PUMPKIN SOUP (1.1min )

This Pumpkin Soup can to be enjoyed just how you want it to be. We love the consistency of this Instant Pot Pumpkin Soup to be slightly thin. But if you like it thick, like coating the back of the spoon consistency,

HOW DO YOU THICKEN PUMPKIN SOUP?

There are umpteen number of ways to make this InstantPot Pumpkin Soup creamy and thick,

Add a Potato
More cubes of Pumpkin
Stale bread
Nuts
Cream – We have used coconut milk but you may use the regular cream too.
Stir 1 tsp of Corn Starch with cooled pumpkin soup and add it back to the soup, simmer to thicken.

But the question is would you like it thick or enjoy it soup-y and drink it in a mug like me?

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Some amazing facts about making thisPumpkin Soup in Instant Pot are

Its a one-pot recipe
Dump all the ingredients into the Instant Pot, pressure cook, whizz, and enjoy.
Not to fret, if you don’t own an Instant Pot. Make this delicious Pumpkin Soup in a pressure cooker
No roasting needed
No supervision needed

If you particularly enjoy a roasted pumpkin soup, I have got you sorted with a recipe too.

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Tomato Rasam | SouthIndian Tomato Soup

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Creamy Cauliflower Soup

Pea Soup with fresh mint

Vegetable clear soup

Pear Soup

I HAVE GOT A WHOLE SECTION SORTED FOR YOU WITH INSTANT POT RECIPES – Don’t forget to check out for more inspirations. Yes, you can make many more things other than soup too in an instant pot 🙂

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INSTANT POT PUMPKIN SOUP RECIPE

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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Natural Pressure Release: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes minutes

Servings: 3 People

Calories: 251kcal

Author: Sandhya Hariharan

This Vegan Instant Pot Pumpkin Soup is really simple, full on flavours and pretty quick to make. Its done and on the table in 30 minutes or less!

. This recipe can be tailored to make on stove top as well as pressure cooker.

Ingredients

Ingredients for Instant Pot Pumpkin Soup

  • 500 g Cubed Pumpkin
  • 1 Small White onion chopped
  • 1 Clove Garlic
  • 500 ml Vegetable Stock
  • 1 Cup Coconut Milk
  • ½ Tsp Ground Cinnamon
  • ½ Tsp Ground Nutmeg
  • ½ Tsp Black Pepper
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

Steps for making Instant Pot Pumpkin Soup

  • Dump pumpkin, onion, garlic, spice powders,salt & pepper and vegetable stock in the Instant pot.

  • Set to high pressure for 10 minutes. IP kicks offs automatically to Keep Warm function. After 10 minutes, Naturally release the pressure.

  • Add coconut milk and use a stick blender and blend smooth. Taste and add more seasoning to suit your pallete.

  • Ladle the soup straight into bowls, garnish with parsley and sprinkle more pepper and serve this warming Instant Pot Pumpkin Soup with bread.

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Notes

*** We love this Instant Pot Pumpkin soup slightly thin. Incase you would like it thick, reduce the amount of Vegetable Stock by 100 ml and add more coconut milk.

Nutrition

Calories: 251kcal | Carbohydrates: 20.3g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 20.7g | Saturated Fat: 18.4g | Sodium: 544mg | Potassium: 788mg | Fiber: 3.3g | Sugar: 7.4g | Calcium: 62mg | Iron: 3mg

Course: Soup

Cuisine: American

Keyword: autumn, fall, soup

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  1. Instant Pot Pumpkin Soup (Video recipe) - Sandhya's Kitchen (5)Ben says

    Instant Pot Pumpkin Soup (Video recipe) - Sandhya's Kitchen (6)
    Very nice, I didn’t even need the coconut milk. Spices were pretty strong which some won’t like, but I did.

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    • Instant Pot Pumpkin Soup (Video recipe) - Sandhya's Kitchen (7)Sandhya's Kitchen says

      Thats lovely to know you loved it Ben! Spices are always to be adjusted to personal liking.

      Reply

  2. Instant Pot Pumpkin Soup (Video recipe) - Sandhya's Kitchen (8)Daphné says

    Instant Pot Pumpkin Soup (Video recipe) - Sandhya's Kitchen (9)
    This soup was really tasty! The spice combination is unusual (at least for my French palate) but I liked it a lot and will definitely do this recipe again! Thanks a lot for sharing.

    Reply

    • Instant Pot Pumpkin Soup (Video recipe) - Sandhya's Kitchen (10)Sandhya's Kitchen says

      That is so awesome to know you enjoyed our Instant Pot Pumpkin Soup. Do share pictures with me next time you make them 🙂

      Reply

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Instant Pot Pumpkin Soup (Video recipe) - Sandhya's Kitchen (2024)

FAQs

Why is my pumpkin soup bland? ›

If you think the soup is bland, try adding salt to make all the flavors pop. Use All The Spices Listed. I know it might seem like a long list, but they are all delicious and important for giving the soup a warm and spicy quality: Thyme, Cumin, Ginger, Poultry Seasoning and Cinnamon.

Is butternut or Kent pumpkin better for soup? ›

Pumpkin soup is best made with your good, old-fashioned varieties like butternut or Queensland blue — the harder pumpkins,” she says. “Soft fleshed pumpkins can make the soup a little watery. They are a different beast… from your standard greengrocer pumpkin.”

How long to simmer soup in Instant Pot? ›

The time it takes to boil soup in an Instant Pot can vary depending on the specific recipe and ingredients used. However, on average, it usually takes about 10 to 15 minutes for the Instant Pot to come to pressure and then an additional 15 to 30 minutes for the soup to boil and cook adequately.

What thickens pumpkin soup? ›

There are several ways to thicken pumpkin soup. The easiest method is to reduce the soup by cooking off some of the liquid. Alternatively, use a slurry of all-purpose flour or cornstarch and water, add a teaspoon or two of either thickener to a small bowl and stir in 2 to 3 teaspoons of the soup to create a slurry.

How do you take the bitterness out of pumpkin soup? ›

2> Balancing flavors: Counteract the bitterness with other flavors. Sweetness can help balance bitterness, so consider adding ingredients like carrots, onions, or a small amount of sugar or honey. Acidic ingredients like tomatoes or a splash of vinegar can also help balance flavors.

What pairs well with pumpkin soup? ›

I love to pair it with a grilled cheese sandwich or a hearty autumn salad like one of these:
  • Kale Salad.
  • Farro Salad.
  • Pear Salad with Balsamic and Walnuts.
  • Butternut Squash Salad.
  • Sweet Potato Salad.

How do you make Jamie Oliver pumpkin soup? ›

Pumpkin & ginger soup

Place the pumpkin, shallots, ginger and some oil in a large saucepan and sauté until soft. Add the stock, coconut milk and chilli powder. Season, then bring to the boil and simmer for 40 minutes. Blitz in a food processor then serve with the fresh herbs, lime juice and a splash of coconut milk.

Do you use low or high pressure for soup in Instant Pot? ›

Soup. The soup program is 30 minutes on high pressure. Depending on wether your are using fresh or frozen meats, soup times can range from 20 minutes to an hour.

How do you make instant soup taste better? ›

Garnishing your soup with fresh herbs will bring out the taste of the soup really well. You may go for basil leaves for your bland tomato soup while crushed cilantro would go well with tortilla soup. However, if it's chicken noodle soup then adding chopped thyme would be the tastiest idea.

Can you overcook broth in Instant Pot? ›

It's absolutely possible to overcook Instant Pot bone broth.

Overcooked bone broth will taste bitter and I can't imagine it'd be very enjoyable. You'll want to boil the chicken feet for 5 minutes or so before using them in the Instant Pot. Boiling them just helps remove any impurities from the skin.

How do I fix bland tasting soup? ›

Perk up a Bland Soup With Simple Pantry Staples

Add a splash of vinegar (any kind!), or a squeeze of citrus. Chances are, you could use a little more salt. Go ahead—it's ok. Salt perks up flat flavors and helps balance out bitter-tasting ingredients.

What to do with tasteless pumpkin? ›

  1. slice it up thinly and put it on pizza.
  2. dice it up and add it to couscous, rice, or pasta sauce (a cream-based sauce with paprika and garlic is nice, maybe sauteed sliced onions, spinach, bacon, chicken)
  3. make some pumpkin pie spice and use it and the pumpkin for baking: cupcakes, brownies, whatever.
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How to improve bland squash soup? ›

How can you make butternut squash soup taste better than the average recipe, which can be really bland and watery sometimes? Start by roasting the squash until it begins to caramelize. This will add sweetness and more complex flavors. Use a good vegetable atock as the base instead of water.

Why does my soup taste flavorless? ›

If your broth tastes thin and bland, you may want to cook and let it evaporate for longer. That helps concentrate its flavors and gives you a better-tasting soup broth. Be sure to remove the lid to let the steam escape.

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