Savory Italian Sweet Potato Soup: The Best Comforting Recipe
A delightful and hearty soup made with sweet potatoes and Italian herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Peel and dice the sweet potatoes.
- Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat, add onions and garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Add sweet potatoes, vegetable broth, thyme, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Stir in fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- For added creaminess, stir in coconut milk before serving.
- Adjust seasonings according to taste preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg