Description
This creamy and flavorful Sweet Potato Soup is the perfect comforting dish for a cozy night in. With a hint of spice and a touch of sweetness, this soup is sure to warm you up from the inside out.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Finishing Touches:
- 1/2 cup coconut milk or heavy cream
- Fresh cilantro or chives, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Saute Aromatics: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened. Stir in garlic and ginger.
- Cook Sweet Potatoes: Add sweet potatoes, vegetable broth, cumin, cinnamon, and smoked paprika. Simmer until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Puree Soup: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Stir in coconut milk or cream and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls, garnish with cilantro or chives, and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra texture, top with roasted pumpkin seeds or a swirl of plain yogurt.
- This soup stores well in the fridge for up to 4 days or can be frozen for later.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
