Description
Savory Sweet Potato and Carrot Soup is a heartwarming blend of creamy sweet potatoes and vibrant carrots, brought together with aromatic garlic and spices. This delightful soup is perfect for chilly days or as an inviting starter at gatherings. Easy to prepare, it promises to nourish your body and soul while enveloping you in warmth with every spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 500g), peeled and diced
- 3 medium carrots (about 300g), peeled and diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth (960ml)
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk (240ml)
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel and dice the sweet potatoes and carrots into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic in a little oil until fragrant and translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add the diced sweet potatoes and carrots; stir to combine with the onions and garlic for about 2 minutes.
- Pour in the vegetable broth to cover the veggies completely. Bring to a simmer and cook until tender (around 20 minutes).
- Use an immersion blender or a countertop blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Return the soup to low heat, stir in coconut milk, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and pepper; warm through for another 5 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Customize your soup by adding spices like ginger or turmeric for an extra flavor boost. Top with fresh herbs or croutons for added texture. For meal prep, this soup stores well in the fridge for up to five days or can be frozen for three months.