Description
Sweet Potato and Apple Soup is a comforting and nutritious dish that beautifully blends the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the crisp tartness of apples. This creamy soup is perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings, providing a warm embrace in a bowl. With its vibrant colors and delightful flavors, it’s sure to impress your family and friends. Easy to prepare, this recipe is not only delicious but also packed with essential nutrients, making it a wholesome choice for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Sweet Potatoes (1 pound each), quartered
- 1 Large Tart Apple, peeled and cored
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 Onion, chopped
- 2 Stalks Celery, chopped
- 1 Large Carrot, chopped
- 1 Bay Leaf
- 5 Cups Chicken Broth
- 1 Cup Cream
- Zest and juice of 1 Lemon
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Spread quartered sweet potatoes and apple on a greased baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast for about 40 minutes until tender.
- In a soup pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion, celery, carrot, and bay leaf for about 5–7 minutes until tender.
- Remove the bay leaf; add roasted sweet potatoes and apple along with chicken broth.
- Blend until smooth using a blender or immersion blender.
- Stir in cream, lemon zest, and juice; season with salt and pepper.
- Gently heat without boiling before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Baking and Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For a vegan version, substitute cream with coconut milk. Experiment with spices like cinnamon for added warmth and depth.