BLACK BEAN-PUMPKIN SOUP

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This healthy recipe is packed with protein from the beans and with vitamins from the pumpkin. The dollop of light sour cream adds a satisfying touch that feels indulgent. -Jennifer Fisher, Austin, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
2 medium onions, finely chopped
1 teaspoon olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
3 cups vegetable broth
1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons bourbon, optional
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/2 cup roasted salted pumpkin seeds

Steps:

Place beans and tomatoes in a food processor; cover and process until blended. Set aside., In a Dutch oven, saute onions in oil until tender. Add garlic and cumin; saute 1 minute longer. Stir in the broth, pumpkin, vinegar, pepper and bean mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes., Stir in bourbon if desired. Garnish each serving with sour cream, green onions and pumpkin seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 716mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 13g protein.