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Gingered sweet potato soup

Recipe Information

Description:
Gingered sweet potato soup is a delicious American recipe usually served as a appetizer. It requires about 15 minutes of prep time and about 30 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 45 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 4 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 4
Preparation Time 15 Minutes
Cook Time 30 Minutes
Total Time 45 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Sweet Potatoes; Carrots
Category Vegetables
Meal Lunch; Dinner; Brunch; Snack
Type Appetizer; Side Dish
Subtype Soup
Cuisine American
Cook Method Boiling; Sautéing; Stove Top
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 1 cup vegetable stock

  • 1 sweet potato, peeled and diced

  • 5 carrots, chopped

  • 1 tablespoon ginger, chopped

  • 2 cups water

Directions

  • In a large saucepan, heat the oil and sauté the onion for 2-3 minutes or until soft. Add the vegetable stock, water, sweet potato, carrot, and ginger.

  • Bring the ingredients to a boil and immediately reduce to low heat and allow to simmer for 15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.

  • Strain out the vegetables and let cool for a few minutes. Blend the vegetables until smooth.

  • Add the vegetable puree back to the saucepan and heat on low while stirring continuously until the soup is at desired consistency.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 127 cal

  • Total fat: 5g

  • Saturated fat: 1g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 4g

  • Cholesterol: 0mg

  • Sodium: 99mg

  • Potassium: 489mg

  • Carbohydrate: 20g

  • Fiber: 4g

  • Protein: 3g