Pumpkin and Ham Pea Soup
A quick, comforting soup with sweet pumpkin, salty ham, and sweet peas in a savory broth. Ready in about 20 minutes, perfect for a cozy lunch or light dinner.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 180
- Protein
- 14g
Ingredients
- 2 cups pumpkin
- 1 cup diced ham
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1
Heat the 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the 1 diced onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Add the 2 cups diced pumpkin and 4 cups chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until pumpkin is tender, about 10 minutes.
- 3
Stir in the 1 cup diced ham and 1 cup frozen peas. Cook until peas are bright green and heated through, about 3 minutes.
- 4
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh herbs.
Tools you’ll need
- Large pot
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Wooden spoon
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