Spiced Pumpkin Soup — A Solo Bowl of Autumn Comfort in 30 Minutes

When the weather cools and the cravings hit for something warm, comforting, and just a little bit cosy — this Spiced Pumpkin Soup for One delivers in spades. It’s got everything you want in a solo meal:
✔️ Simple ingredients
✔️ One pot
✔️ Big flavour
✔️ No leftovers lingering in the fridge for days

Made with pantry staples and a humble wedge of pumpkin, this soup simmers into something surprisingly luxurious — and you don’t even have to blend it (unless you’re feeling fancy).

🥣 Why You’ll Love This One-Pot Wonder

At Plan4One.com, we know the solo cook struggle is real — especially when soup recipes serve an army. That’s why this one’s:

✅ Properly portioned for one
✅ Made in one pot
✅ Full of flavour, not fuss
✅ Easily adaptable based on what you’ve got

The curry powder gives it a subtle kick, while the pumpkin brings sweet creaminess (without cream), and a bit of onion ties it all together.

🍂 Spiced Pumpkin Soup (Single Serve)

Prep + Cook Time: 30 minutes
Serves: 1
Effort Level: Barely above a simmer

🛒 Ingredients

½ cup diced pumpkin (any variety works — butternut, Jap, or Kent are great)
¼ small onion, chopped
½ tsp curry powder
1 cup water or vegetable stock
Salt & pepper to taste
Optional: a splash of coconut milk, chilli flakes, or fresh herbs to finish

👩‍🍳 Method

1. Sauté (Optional but Recommended)

If you’re feeling like an overachiever, sauté your onion in a tiny bit of oil for a few minutes until softened and fragrant.
Then stir in the curry powder and cook for another 30 seconds.

💡 Plan4One Tip: This quick sauté step deepens the flavour — but if you’re short on time (or energy), skip it and toss everything straight in the pot.

2. Simmer the Soup

Add pumpkin, water or stock, and bring to a gentle boil.
Reduce to a simmer and cook for 20–25 minutes, until the pumpkin is tender and breaks apart easily with a spoon.

3. Blend or Don’t

For a smooth soup: blend with a stick blender or carefully in a regular blender.
For a chunky rustic bowl: mash the pumpkin lightly with a fork and stir.

Season to taste with salt and pepper, and if you’ve got it, finish with a swirl of coconut milk or chopped coriander.

🥄 Serving Suggestions

This little soup pairs beautifully with:

🥖 A hunk of crusty sourdough
🧄 Garlic toast soldiers
🥬 A small side salad for crunch
🧀 A sprinkle of nutritional yeast or grated cheese if you’re not vegan

💚 Nutrition Highlights

Let’s be honest — pumpkin doesn’t just taste good, it’s a nutrition hero:

Pumpkin is rich in beta-carotene, fibre, and vitamin C
Onion & curry powder add antioxidants and anti-inflammatory benefits
Naturally vegan, gluten-free, and low in fat — but still filling

Add a splash of coconut milk if you want that creamy café vibe, or leave it light for a simple, clean bowl.

🧊 Leftovers?

Nope! This beauty is just right for one serve — no mystery containers growing fuzz in the back of the fridge.

But if you double the recipe (clever), it freezes well in a small airtight container for up to 2 months. Just reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave with a splash of extra water.

🧽 Clean-Up Score: 10/10

One pot. One spoon. One bowl.
That’s it. Because your Wednesday night shouldn’t end with a sink full of sadness.

🎯 Final Thoughts

This Spiced Pumpkin Soup is your perfect go-to when you want something:

Warm and nourishing
Genuinely easy
Budget-friendly
And not portioned for an entire book club

Whether you’re curled up with a blanket or hunched over your laptop between emails, this is soup that makes solo cooking feel like self-care.

💌 Want More One-Pot Comfort Meals?

Plan4One.com has a whole collection of solo soups, stews, and seasonal comfort food that’s portioned just right.
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