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Easy Sweet Potato Soup

Cozy Up with Easy Sweet Potato Soup in Just 30 Minutes

Enjoy a creamy and nutritious Easy Sweet Potato Soup, ready in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with avocado oil if desired.
  • 4 cups Sweet Potatoes Diced, red-skinned or store-bought options can be used.
  • 2 medium Carrots Can substitute with parsnips or omit.
  • 1 medium Onion Use shallots for a milder flavor if preferred.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Increase amount for more garlic flavor.
  • 4 cups Vegetable Stock Use low-sodium for a healthier option.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Omitting helps maintain low-sodium.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Can replace with cayenne for heat.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Optional but recommended for warmth.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Turmeric Optional if not available.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary Optional.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Optional.
For Serving
  • to taste Fresh Herbs Cilantro or parsley recommended.
  • to taste Feta Cheese Omit for a vegan option.

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by heating 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Gather diced sweet potatoes, carrots, onions, and minced garlic.
  2. Add the diced sweet potatoes, carrots, onions, and garlic to the pot, stirring frequently. Sauté for about 10 minutes until lightly browned.
  3. Pour in 4 cups of vegetable stock. Sprinkle in black pepper, salt, paprika, ground cinnamon, ground turmeric, and optional herbs. Stir to combine.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce to a simmer for 30-40 minutes until vegetables are tender (or use crockpot/Instant Pot methods).
  5. Blend the soup until silky smooth using an immersion blender or in batches with a regular blender.
  6. Serve in bowls, drizzling with olive oil or sprinkling with fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 18000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Freeze portions for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.

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