Nutrition Nugget & Recipe: Sweet Potato Soup

Published On: November 6th, 2017By Categories: Miscellaneous1.2 min read

With fall nights getting colder, satisfy your craving for some warmth with this easy-to-make sweet potato soup.

Sweet Potato Soup

Yield: 4 Servings

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1/2 clove minced garlic
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced
  • 4 large carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 1 red pepper, peeled and sliced
  • 1 tbsp. chopped ginger
  • 1/4 cup low fat Greek yogurt
  • Cilantro (optional)
  • 2 cups of water

Nutrition Facts:

Amount Per Serving
Calories: 237
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Protein: 3.6g

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large saucepan. Next, add the onion and garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until onion is tender.
  2. Add the chicken broth and two cups of water. Bring to a boil.
  3. Add in the sweet potatoes, carrots, red pepper, and ginger. Reduce heat. Cook for 15 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and cool in the fridge for 20-30 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove the vegetable pieces and puree them in the blender until thick.
  5. Pour back into the soup and then return to the heat, cooking for 15-20 minutes or until thickened.
  6. Once almost finished, add yogurt and stir. Serve immediately, topping with cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Nugget:

Did you know that sweet potatoes are an excellent source of vitamin A and vitamin C? They are also a very good source of potassium, dietary fiber, niacin, vitamin B1, vitamin B2 and phosphorus. These vitamins and minerals help protect our bodies against disease, reduce stress, and keep your skin looking young!