Name: Wholesome Sweet Potato & Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: International
Ingredients: 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed; 1 cup green or brown lentils, rinsed; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 medium carrot, diced; 1 stalk celery, diced; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 4 cups vegetable broth; 2 cups spinach or kale, roughly chopped; 2 tablespoons olive oil; Salt and pepper, to taste; Fresh parsley or cilantro, for garnish

Description

Wholesome Sweet Potato & Lentil Delight is a hearty and nutritious soup made with tender sweet potatoes, protein-rich lentils, fresh vegetables, and warming spices. Finished with spinach or kale and fresh herbs, this comforting one-pot meal is perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 cup green or brown lentils, rinsed
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium carrot, diced
1 stalk celery, diced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
4 cups vegetable broth
2 cups spinach or kale, roughly chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley or cilantro, for garnish

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Instructions

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
Stir in the ground cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika. Cook for an additional minute until the spices are well combined with the vegetables.
Add the cubed sweet potatoes and rinsed lentils to the pot, stirring to coat them with the spices.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until the lentils and sweet potatoes are tender.
Add the chopped spinach or kale to the pot and cook for another 5 minutes until wilted.
Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Mash some of the sweet potatoes in the soup for a creamier texture if desired.
Remove from heat and let the soup sit for a few minutes before serving.
Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley or cilantro.

Notes

Green or brown lentils both work well in this recipe. Rinse them thoroughly before cooking.
Adjust the amount of vegetable broth to achieve your preferred soup consistency.
For a creamier texture, mash some of the cooked sweet potatoes directly into the soup.
Use spinach for a milder flavor or kale for a heartier texture.
Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Soup, Main Dish
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: International