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Sweet Potato Kale Soup

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Sweet Potato Kale Soup is a vibrant, nutrient-packed, and comforting one-pot meal featuring tender sweet potatoes, hearty kale, and aromatic herbs in a flavorful broth. It’s vegan, gluten-free, and perfect for cozy nights or healthy meal prep.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 4 cups chopped kale (curly or lacinato)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 4–5 minutes until translucent.
  2. Add garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook for another 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Stir in diced sweet potatoes, thyme, bay leaf, paprika (if using), salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes, or until sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
  6. Add chopped kale and simmer for 5 more minutes, until wilted and tender.
  7. Stir in lemon juice, if using. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs or a sprinkle of nutritional yeast, if desired.

Notes

  • Add lentils, white beans, or chickpeas for extra protein and fiber.
  • To make it creamy, stir in coconut milk or cashew cream.
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
  • Use spinach instead of kale if preferred, adding it at the end to wilt.
  • Freezes well for up to 3 months — cool completely before freezing.

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