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Creamy Coconut Ginger Sweet Potato Soup

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Creamy Coconut Ginger Sweet Potato Soup is a velvety, dairy-free comfort dish made with wholesome ingredients and bold flavors. This easy vegan sweet potato soup combines rich coconut milk, fresh ginger, and warm spices to create a nourishing, gluten-free meal perfect for cozy dinners, meal prep, or healthy weeknight cooking.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 medium onion, chopped

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

  • 2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed

  • 4 cups vegetable broth

  • 1 can (13.5 ounces) full-fat coconut milk

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)

  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

  • Juice of 1/2 lime

  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

  • Add chopped onion and sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened and translucent.

  • Stir in garlic and grated ginger; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

  • Add sweet potatoes, vegetable broth, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well.

  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes, until sweet potatoes are fork-tender.

  • Remove from heat and blend until smooth using an immersion blender, or carefully transfer to a countertop blender in batches.

  • Stir in coconut milk and lime juice. Adjust seasoning to taste.

  • Return to low heat for a few minutes to warm through.

  • Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.

Notes

For extra heat, add red pepper flakes or a dash of curry powder.Stir in 1 tablespoon peanut butter for added depth.Add carrots or butternut squash for variation.Use light coconut milk for a lighter version.If soup thickens after storage, add broth or water when reheating.