There is something about the first bowl of pumpkin soup of the season that makes fall officially feel here. As the fall equinox arrives, the shift in season is a natural invitation to slow down, come back to warmer meals, and let what is in season inspire what we put on our plates. Pumpkin, warming spices, fresh herbs, and nourishing fats come together in this creamy soup that feels comforting without being heavy. Finished with a scoop collagen, it is a simple way to bring a little more inside-out wellness to one of fall's coziest staples.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups pumpkin purée (rich in beta-carotene, which the body converts to vitamin A, along with fiber, potassium, and antioxidant compounds that support overall wellness)
- 1 small yellow onion, diced (a source of antioxidants and prebiotic compounds that help support a healthy gut microbiome)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced (contains naturally occurring sulfur compounds and antioxidants while adding depth and flavor to the soup)
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated (traditionally used to support digestion and adds a warming, slightly spicy note that makes this soup feel especially seasonal)
- 3 cups vegetable or bone broth (creates a flavorful, hydrating base while keeping the soup light and savory)
- 1 teaspoon turmeric (contains curcumin, a naturally occurring plant compound with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties)
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (rich in antioxidant compounds and adds natural warmth and subtle sweetness)
- ½ teaspoon sea salt (helps enhance the natural flavor of the pumpkin and other ingredients)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper (adds gentle heat and pairs with turmeric to round out the flavor)
- ½ cup full-fat coconut milk (adds creamy texture and satisfying fats without the need for heavy cream)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (provides heart-healthy monounsaturated fats and antioxidant-rich polyphenols)
- 1 scoop Sera & Mattina Hydrolyzed Collagen Peptides (provides 10g of protein and Type I & III collagen peptides to support healthy skin, hair, nails, joints, and the gut lining)
- Pumpkin seeds, for topping (a nutrient-dense source of magnesium, zinc, plant-based protein, and healthy fats)
- Fresh thyme, for topping (adds fresh, earthy flavor along with naturally occurring antioxidant plant compounds)
Directions:
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 4–5 minutes, until soft and translucent. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for another minute, until fragrant.
- Add the pumpkin purée, vegetable broth, turmeric, cinnamon, sea salt, and black pepper. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer. Let everything cook together for 15–20 minutes, allowing the flavors to deepen.
- Stir in the coconut milk and blend until completely smooth using an immersion blender. If using a regular blender, carefully blend in batches until silky and creamy.
- Remove the soup from the heat and let it cool slightly. Stir in one scoop of Sera & Mattina Hydrolyzed Collagen Peptides until completely dissolved.
- Ladle into bowls and finish with pumpkin seeds, fresh thyme, freshly cracked black pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil.
Why Pumpkin Belongs on the Fall Table
Pumpkin is one of those ingredients that makes eating with the seasons feel effortless. Its naturally vibrant orange color comes from carotenoids, while its fiber and naturally occurring nutrients make it a simple addition to a balanced fall meal.
There is also something about cooking with seasonal ingredients that changes the way a meal feels. Fall calls for foods that are warmer, slower, and a little more grounding, and pumpkin checks every box.
The Fall Equinox Reset
The fall equinox marks a shift into a new season, and with it comes an opportunity to slow down and reset the way we move through our days.
The long, light days of summer begin giving way to cooler mornings and earlier sunsets. Our routines naturally start to change, and so can the way we nourish ourselves.
Think warm breakfasts instead of cold smoothies. Soup instead of summer salads. Earlier evenings. More time at home. And simple meals made with ingredients that actually feel like the season you're in.
This pumpkin soup is our version of that shift: warm, simple, nourishing, and made for the slower pace of fall.
A Little More From the Inside Out
Adding collagen to a recipe doesn't have to mean changing the way you eat. Sera & Mattina Hydrolyzed Collagen Peptides are flavorless and easily mix into everyday foods, making it simple to add 10g of protein and Type I & III collagen peptides to your routine.
Sometimes wellness really is as simple as taking the ingredients you already love and finding small ways to make them work a little harder for you.
As we welcome a new season, we're leaning into slower days, warmer meals, and wellness that feels simple enough to actually live.
Enjoy!
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