This simple, nutritious soup is great on its own, or with your choice of "add-ins." It is low in fat and protein, so you can add your choice of healthy fats and proteins, depending on your body's needs for the upcoming meal!
During cooler months I keep a big batch on hand for easy meal creations, or simply to enjoy a cup between meals.
Last night our family enjoyed this with their favourite add-ins:
spoonful of thick bone broth
feta
yoghurt
lentils
chicken
a swirl of olive oil
sprouted pumpkin seeds
oregano & thyme
Nuts and beans are also fab addition. Nuts are rich in healthy fats, packed with protein and fibre too! Beans are an excellent source of protein and fuel for the beneficial gut bacteria.
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Pumpkin (squash) is a fabulous source of nutrients. It is rich in minerals and vitamins, antioxidants and fibre.
These proportions are ideal for just 2-4 people. I usually double this recipe.
Ingredients:
1 kilo butternut pumpkin
50 g celery
50 g onion
50 g leek
1 litre stock of choice
3 garlic cloves
What to do:
Sauté the onion, leek and celery in a generous knob of butter and olive oil,
when it's softened, add the chopped pumpkin and garlic.
Add the stock.
Bring to the boil, then reduce heat and simmer.
Allow the water to reduce.
Blend
Serve, enjoy!
Pumpkin & walnut soup- Nutrition overview:
Pumpkin: antioxidants, fibre, minerals and vitamins
garlic, leek, onion, and celery are all rich in minerals and vitamins. They are good prebiotic fuel for the beneficial gut bacteria. Garlic possesses antimicrobial properties.
herbs are nutrient dense and are packed with antioxidants.
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