I love a good bowl of soup, especially when it’s packed with vegetables and flavor. Today, I’m sharing two comforting sweet potato soup recipes that are perfect for any meal.
These recipes are simple to make, use easy-to-find ingredients, and will warm you right up. You’ll find detailed steps and helpful tips for each one.
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Sweet Potato Cauliflower Soup: A Healthy Bowl
This soup is light but very satisfying. It combines sweet potato and cauliflower for a smooth texture and a gentle taste.
Key Ingredients & Tips
- Roasting Vegetables: Roasting the sweet potato and cauliflower first brings out their natural sweetness and a deeper taste.
- Broth Choice: Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option, or chicken broth for a richer flavor.
- Blending: Blend until completely smooth. A hand blender works well directly in the pot.
What You Need
- 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
- 1 head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
⏱️ Time: 45 minutes🍽️ Yields: 4 servings
How to Make It
Step 1: Roast the Vegetables
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the cubed sweet potato and cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes until soft and slightly browned.
Step 2: Cook Aromatics
In a large pot, cook the chopped onion in a little olive oil over medium heat until it softens, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Step 3: Simmer and Blend
Add the roasted sweet potato and cauliflower to the pot with the onion and garlic. Pour in the vegetable broth. Bring it to a simmer and let it cook for 10 minutes. Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until it’s smooth and creamy. If you don’t have one, carefully transfer the soup to a regular blender in batches.
Step 4: Season and Serve
Taste the soup and add more salt and pepper if needed. You can also add a pinch of nutmeg for extra warmth. Serve hot with a sprinkle of fresh herbs if you like.
📝 Final Note
This soup is great for meal prep. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
Creamy Sweet Potato Soup With Coconut Milk
This rich and comforting soup uses coconut milk for a wonderful creamy texture without dairy. It has a lovely warmth from spices.
Key Ingredients & Tips
- Full-Fat Coconut Milk: Use full-fat coconut milk for the best creamy consistency and richness. Lite coconut milk works but won’t be as creamy.
- Ginger and Turmeric: Fresh ginger and ground turmeric add warmth and a beautiful color. Don’t skip them for the best flavor.
- Lime Juice Finish: A squeeze of fresh lime juice at the end brightens all the flavors.
What You Need
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 (13.5 oz) can full-fat coconut milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lime wedges for serving
⏱️ Time: 40 minutes🍽️ Yields: 4-5 servings
How to Make It
Step 1: Sauté Aromatics
Heat coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft, about 5-7 minutes. Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and ground turmeric. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring often.
Step 2: Simmer Sweet Potatoes
Add the cubed sweet potatoes and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are very tender.
Step 3: Add Coconut Milk and Blend
Pour in the full-fat coconut milk. Stir everything together. Use an immersion blender to blend the soup directly in the pot until it is completely smooth and creamy. If using a regular blender, be careful when blending hot liquids.
Step 4: Adjust and Serve
Taste the soup and add salt and pepper as you like. If it’s too thick, add a little more broth or water. Serve hot with a fresh squeeze of lime juice on top. A sprinkle of cilantro also works well.
📝 Final Note
For a slightly spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the turmeric.
