Description
Thai Sweet Potato and Carrot Soup is a vibrant, creamy dish that warms the soul with every spoonful. This delightful soup combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes and carrots with the richness of coconut milk and a hint of fresh ginger. Perfect for chilly evenings or as a comforting starter, it’s easy to prepare and visually stunning, making it an ideal choice for impressing guests or enjoying on your own.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups sweet potatoes (peeled and chopped)
- 2 cups carrots (peeled and chopped)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger (grated)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by peeling and chopping the sweet potatoes and carrots into even pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic and grated ginger for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add sweet potatoes and carrots to the pot along with vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and let simmer until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.
- Remove from heat; puree the soup using an immersion blender until smooth.
- Stir in coconut milk and lime juice, adjusting seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg