A versatile and nutritious vegetable, pumpkin is a rich source of beta-carotene, from which it gets its lovely golden colour. The body converts beta-carotene to vitamin A, which is important for good eyesight. Currently, beta-carotene is being studied for its antioxidant properties. You’ll get heaps of antioxidants from this hearty soup.
1 serve of soup (including 1 slice bread) = 880 kJ (210 Cal), 9 g protein, 6 g fat (including 2 g saturated fat), 28 g carbohydrate (including 8 g sugars), 6 g fibre, 173 mg sodium.
Note: To give my soups more flavour, I always add 1–2 stalks of parsley to the pot. I also add celery, if I have it.