Pumpkin and White Bean Soup

This Pumpkin Soup recipe is perfect for the fall, or any time of year!  It is a delicious blend of sweet and savory flavors and is super easy to make.  Need other ideas for soup recipes?  Check out this post about how to make soup in 4 easy steps. 

Makes: 6 Servings

Ingredients
1 ½ cups apple juice
1 can (15oz) of small white beans
1 small onion, finely chopped 
1 cup water
1 can (15oz) pumpkin puree, or 2 cups of fresh pumpkin puree

Optional: ½ tsp cinnamon, ⅛ tsp nutmeg, allspice, or ginger, or ½ tsp homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice, ½ tsp black pepper, ¼ tsp salt 

Instructions
  1. Mash white beans, onion, and water with a fork or blender until smooth. Set aside.
  2. In a large pot, add the pumpkin, juice, cinnamon, black pepper, and salt. If using nutmeg, allspice, or ginger, add that too. Stir.
  3. Add the bean mix to the pot.
  4. Cook over low heat for 15-20 minutes, until warmed through.​
​Nutrition Information
Serving Size: 1 cup 

Calories: 140
Total Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Protein: 6g
Sodium: 250mg
Carbohydrates: 29g
Added Sugar: 0g
Fiber: 6g