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Sweet Potato Lentil Soup is a hearty, nourishing soup made with tender sweet potatoes, protein-rich lentils, and warming spices. This comforting one-pot meal is packed with flavor, fiber, and wholesome ingredients perfect for any season.

Ingredients

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup red or brown lentils, rinsed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 cups fresh spinach or kale (optional)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion, carrots, and celery and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in the garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, and turmeric and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the diced sweet potatoes, lentils, vegetable broth, and bay leaf.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  6. Reduce the heat and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and the lentils are fully cooked.
  7. Remove and discard the bay leaf.
  8. For a creamier texture, blend part of the soup with an immersion blender while leaving some chunks intact.
  9. Stir in the spinach or kale, if using, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until wilted.
  10. Add the lemon juice and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  11. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or cilantro.

Notes

  • Add coconut milk for a richer and creamier soup.
  • Include diced tomatoes or chickpeas for added flavor and protein.
  • Use curry powder in place of cumin and paprika for a different flavor profile.
  • Blend the entire soup for a silky smooth consistency.
  • Store refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • Freeze for up to 3 months and add extra broth when reheating if needed.

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