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Pumpkin Soup — A Soft, Naturally Sweet Autumn Soup for Age 2
A warm, naturally sweet autumn soup where pumpkin, carrot and potato are simmered until soft and blended smooth. From age 2, lightly seasoned and gentle, easy to eat with a spoon.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Pumpkin (peeled, cut into small cubes)
- 1 piece Carrot (cut into small cubes)
- 1 piece Small potato (cut into small cubes)
- 0.5 piece Onion (finely grated)
- 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
- 2.5 cups Drinking water
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (finely chopped, optional)
Directions
- 1
Wash your hands, the cutting board and the pot and spoons you will use. Cut the pumpkin, carrot and potato into small cubes your child can mash easily.
- 2
Warm the olive oil in the pot; add the finely grated onion and gently soften it over low heat.
- 3
Add the carrot and potato cubes and sauté, stirring, for a few minutes; then add the pumpkin.
- 4
Pour in the drinking water, cover and simmer over low heat for about 20 minutes, until the vegetables are soft enough to mash easily with a fork.
- 5
Take off the heat and let it cool a little; blend with a hand blender, or mash part of it with a fork, into a smooth, soft consistency.
- 6
Leave it in the natural sweetness of the pumpkin, without adding salt or sugar; sprinkle with fresh parsley if you like.
- 7
Test a spoonful on the back of your hand to check it is lukewarm; serve in small spoonfuls with your child seated and supervised.
🌱 Why is it nourishing?
With its natural sweetness and rich beta-carotene (a precursor of vitamin A), pumpkin can add colour to autumn meals. Carrot and potato offer different vitamins and fibre and can support a balanced bowl. The smooth, flowing texture can gently help develop spoon-eating skills. Lightly seasoned, this warm soup leaves room to explore the natural taste of vegetables.
Maiyko's note
At Maiyko we care about mealtimes being calm and enjoyable. Prepare this soup without added salt or sugar, in a soft and smooth consistency; check that it is lukewarm, serve it fresh and always have your child seated and supervised while eating. Health Note: This content is for informational purposes only; make decisions about your child's nutrition and health in consultation with your pediatrician.
Nutrition per serving
95
kcal
3 g
protein
13 g
carbs
5 g
fat
3 g
fiber
Foods in this recipe
⚕️ This recipe is for general informational purposes. The right time to introduce new foods and the risk of allergies vary from baby to baby — consult your pediatrician.
