Healthy Sweet Potato Soup
This healthy sweet potato soup is a creamy and flavorful dish that provides maximum nutrition and comfort. A perfect choice for those seeking healthy soup recipes for weight loss, this easy sweet potato soup recipe is both delicious and nutritious.
Equipment
- Large pot
- hand blender
- regular blender
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter or olive oil
- 1 large leek, white and light green parts only, chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
- Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 ½ pounds sweet potatoes (2 large potatoes), peeled and chopped
- 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 3 cups water
- Optional: Heavy cream or coconut cream, for swirling
- Optional: Chopped toasted pecans or pumpkin seeds, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the butter or olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped leek along with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and aromatic.
- Stir in the garlic, cinnamon, chili powder, nutmeg, and bay leaf. Cook briefly, about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Add the sweet potatoes and season them lightly with salt and pepper. Toss to coat the sweet potatoes in the spices.
- Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth along with water. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Let it cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
- Remove the bay leaf, then carefully blend the soup using a hand blender or transfer it to a regular blender in batches. Blend until smooth, adding extra water or broth if needed to reach your desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or spices. For an extra creamy finish, swirl in a bit of heavy cream or coconut cream.
- Serve warm, garnished with chopped toasted pecans or pumpkin seeds, if you'd like.