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Vibrant Moroccan Za'atar Spiced Pumpkin Soup

Name: Vibrant Moroccan Za'atar Spiced Pumpkin Soup
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 75 min
Total time: 100 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Soup
Ingredients: Olive Oil, 2 tbsp; Onion, 1 large, chopped; Garlic, 3 cloves, minced; Ginger, 1-inch piece, grated; Cumin Seeds, 1 tsp; Coriander Seeds, 1 tsp; Smoked Paprika, 1 tsp; Cinnamon, 1/2 tsp; Za'atar Seasoning, 1 tsp; Pumpkin, 1 medium (about 2 lbs), peeled, seeded, and cubed; Vegetable Broth, 4 cups; Salt and Pepper, To taste; Coconut Milk, 1/2 cup; Lemon Juice, 1 tbsp

This comforting soup combines the sweetness of pumpkin with rich Moroccan spices and a touch of zesty za'atar, perfect for cozy evenings.

4.7(806 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·January 5, 2026

Vibrant Moroccan Za'atar Spiced Pumpkin Soup — Soup served and photographed from above

Prep

25 min

Cook

1 h 15 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Soup Base

For the Spice Blend

For the Pumpkin Puree

For the Creamy Finish

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 197 kcal
Protein: 3.35 g
Carbs: 20.58 g
Fat: 12.3 g
Fiber: 3.88 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 787 kcal
Protein: 13.4 g
Carbs: 82.3 g
Fat: 49.2 g
Fiber: 15.5 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Olive Oil 2 tbsp	240	0	0	27	0
Onion 1 large, chopped	44	1.2	10	0.1	1.9
Garlic 3 cloves, minced	13	0.6	3	0	0.2
Ginger 1-inch piece, grated	9	0.2	2	0	0.2
Cumin Seeds 1 tsp	8	0.4	1	0.5	0.6
Coriander Seeds 1 tsp	5	0.3	1	0.2	0.7
Smoked Paprika 1 tsp	6	0.3	1	0.3	0.6
Cinnamon 1/2 tsp	3	0	1	0	1.6
Za'atar Seasoning 1 tsp	5	0.3	1	0.4	0.6
Pumpkin 1 medium (about 2 lbs), peeled, seeded, and cubed	190	5	46	0.7	8.9
Vegetable Broth 4 cups	60	3	12	0	0
Salt and Pepper To taste	0	0	0	0	0
Coconut Milk 1/2 cup	200	2	4	20	0
Lemon Juice 1 tbsp	4	0.1	1.3	0	0.1

These are estimates and not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Spice Blend

1
Toast Spices
Toast cumin and coriander seeds in a dry pan over medium heat until fragrant.
Tip: Do not allow the spices to burn during toasting.
2
Grind Spices
Grind toasted seeds in a spice grinder or mortar and pestle.
3
Mix Spice Blend
Mix ground seeds with smoked paprika, cinnamon, and za'atar.

Preparing the Pumpkin

1
Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
Toss Pumpkin
Toss pumpkin cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet.
3
Roast Pumpkin
Roast for 25-30 minutes or until tender.
Tip: Allow roasted pumpkin to cool slightly before blending for a smoother texture.

How to Make Vibrant Moroccan Za'atar Spiced Pumpkin Soup

Total time: 1 h 40 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Sautéing Aromatics
Heat olive oil in a large pot, add onions, garlic, and ginger. Cook until translucent.
2
Blending Ingredients
Add roasted pumpkin, spice blend, and broth to the pot, blend until smooth using an immersion blender.
3
Simmering the Soup
Simmer the soup on low for 20 minutes to deepen the flavors.