Sweet Potato Soup
Sweet potato soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy evenings or casual gatherings. This velvety blend of sweet potatoes, coconut milk, and aromatic spices creates a delightful bowl that warms the soul. Easy to make and highly customizable, this soup is not only nutritious but also visually stunning with its vibrant orange hue. Serve it warm, garnished with fresh herbs or crunchy toppings for a truly satisfying experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 cups (4 servings) 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by washing and peeling sweet potatoes. Dice them into small cubes. Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil. Sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and ginger; cook for another minute.
- Add diced sweet potatoes and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to simmer for about 20 minutes until tender.
- Blend the mixture until smooth using a blender or immersion blender.
- Return the blended soup to the pot over low heat. Stir in coconut milk, cumin, and nutmeg; cook for another 5 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg