Sweet Potato Soup Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large onion (diced)
• 2 celery stalks (chopped)
• 2 carrots (chopped)
• 4 medium sweet potatoes (peeled and cubed)
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• ½ teaspoon curry
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 4 cups low sodium vegetable broth
• ½ cup can light unsweetened coconut milk
• Fresh cilantro (for serving)
• Toasted cashews (for serving)

Steps

1. 1

   In a large pot over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Cook the onions, celery and carrots until soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

2. 2

   Add the sweet potatoes, ginger, coriander and curry and cook until fragrant, about 2 more minutes.

3. 3

   Add the vegetable broth and bring mixture to a boil. Lower the heat, cover and simmer until the sweet potatoes are tender, about 30-35 minutes.

4. 4

   Puree the mixture with an immersion blender (or regular blender, in batches) to desired consistency.

5. 5

   Stir in light unsweetened coconut milk and serve topped with fresh cilantro and roasted cashews, if desired.