Curried Pumpkin Hemp Soup with Kale

This plant-based gentle, yet nutrient-dense hearty pumpkin soup, will soothe your soul and nourish your body.  It has plenty of pep with its curry seasoning to flavor it, and coconut milk to make it incredibly creamy.

6-8 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS
1-2 tbsp. coconut oil
1 medium onion, sliced thin
2 cups of fresh kale, chopped
1 tbsp. fresh ginger, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp. curry powder
1/2 tsp. coriander
1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper
1 tsp. cumin powder
2 15-ounce cans canned organic pumpkin
6 cups vegetable broth
2 cups coconut milk (full fat)
1 tbsp. agave nectar or coconut nectar
Salt to taste
8-10 tbsp. of hemp seeds

DIRECTIONS
1.     In a large pot, heat coconut oil over medium-high heat. Add onions, fresh kale and garlic; sauté for about 5 minutes.
2.     Add the curry powder, coriander, cumin, cayenne pepper and salt; stir well for 1 minute.
3.     Add vegetable broth and bring mixture to boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered for about 10 minutes.
4.     Add pumpkin, coconut milk and nectar, stirring well.
5.     Transfer mixture to blender/food processor and process until creamy.
6.     Return soup to pot and cook over medium heat until desired temperature and consistency.
7.     Serve topped with 1-2 tablespoon of hemp seeds and enjoy!

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BEVEGAN® Vegucation:

• Kale is full of flavonoids. These, combine both antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits in way that gives kale a leading dietary role with respect to avoidance of chronic inflammation and oxidative stress.

• Kale belongs to the same family as cabbage, Brussels sprouts, and collards.
  
• Kale is recognized as providing comprehensive support for the body's detoxification system.
  
• Coconuts are highly nutritious and rich in fibre, vitamins C, E, B1, B3, B5 and B6 and minerals including iron, selenium, sodium, calcium, magnesium and phosphorous. 
• Pumpkin is rich in fiber, which slows digestion
• Pumpkin is packed with nearly 20 percent of the recommended amount of daily vitamin C, which may help you recover from colds faster.
  
• Pumpkin has been shown to reduce blood glucose levels, improve glucose tolerance and increase the amount of insulin the body produces.
• Pumpkin's brilliant orange coloring comes from its supply of beta-carotene, which is converted to vitamin A in the body. A fantastic option for optical health.
• Hemp seeds are packed with easily digestible proteins and contain all 10 essential amino acids, putting them among the rare plant-based foods that provide complete protein. 
• Hemp seeds are abundant in omega-3 fatty acids, as well as a specific omega-6 fatty acid (GLA) not found in any other food; hemp oil contains even more GLA.
• Hemp seeds are high in fiber and rich in minerals including magnesium, iron, zinc, and potassium. Hemp seeds are very rarely allergens, unlike many other nuts and seeds

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