How to make protein-loaded Dal Pumpkin Soup

Craving for thick, creamy and healthy soup? Then give your winter feasting a hearty twist with this tasty Dal Pumpkin Soup. Packed with goodness of fiber, protein and essential nutrients, this simple soup is perfect for a healthy boost of nutrition. So, follow us through some simple steps given below.

Ingredients
1 1/2 cup masoor dal, 150 grams pumpkin, ½ cup cream, water as needed, 1 tsp oregano, 1 tsp red pepper flakes, ¼ coriander leaves, 1 tbsp mixed herbs, salt and pepper to taste.



Step 1
To begin with this easy recipe, wash and soak the red lentils. Wash it two to three times. Meanwhile, wash and chop the veggies.

Step 2
Now, take a pan and add in water followed by adding washed dal, salt and cook this over low flame.


Step 3
Now, add in the pumpkin once the lentils are slightly cooked. Once the pumpkin looks slightly mushy, turn off the heat.


Step 4
Next, take a blender and make a smooth puree of both the ingredients and keep aside.

Step 5
Take a pan and add in sesame oil, once the oil is hot enough add in the onions, garlic, ginger and saute nicely. Pour the pumpkin dal blend.


Step 6
Allow the soup to simmer and add in the seasoning, cream and chopped herbs.


Step 7
Serve hot and enjoy.


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