Description
This Sweet Potato Soup with Greek Yogurt is silky, rich, and loaded with nutrients. The natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes blends perfectly with the creamy tanginess of Greek yogurt, creating a wholesome and satisfying bowl of soup. It’s gluten-free, high in fiber, and perfect for a cozy meal. Ideal for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or a light lunch, this soup is easy to make and bursting with flavor!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 🥔 Sweet potatoes – 2 large (peeled and diced)
- 🧅 Onion – 1 medium (chopped)
- 🧄 Garlic – 2 cloves (minced)
- 🍵 Vegetable broth – 4 cups
- 🥛 Greek yogurt – ½ cup (plain, unsweetened)
- 🫒 Olive oil – 2 tbsp
Seasonings & Spices:
- 🧂 Salt – ½ tsp (or to taste)
- 🌶 Black pepper – ¼ tsp
- 🌿 Ground cumin – 1 tsp
- 🌶 Smoked paprika – ½ tsp
- 🍋 Lemon juice – 1 tbsp (for extra freshness)
Optional Add-ins:
- 🥕 Carrots – 1 small (for extra sweetness)
- 🌶️ Chili flakes – For a spicy kick
- 🥜 Coconut milk – For a dairy-free option
Instructions
1️⃣ Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2️⃣ Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent (about 3 minutes).
3️⃣ Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
4️⃣ Add the diced sweet potatoes to the pot.
5️⃣ Sprinkle in the cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
6️⃣ Pour in the vegetable broth and bring everything to a boil.
7️⃣ Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes until the sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
8️⃣ Remove from heat and use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth.
9️⃣ If using a standard blender, let the soup cool slightly before blending in batches.
🔟 Let the soup cool for a couple of minutes.
1️⃣1️⃣ In a separate bowl, mix a few spoonfuls of warm soup with the Greek yogurt (to prevent curdling).
1️⃣2️⃣ Gradually stir the yogurt mixture back into the soup.
1️⃣3️⃣ Add lemon juice and stir well.
1️⃣4️⃣ Ladle the soup into bowls and swirl with extra Greek yogurt.
1️⃣5️⃣ Garnish with fresh herbs, chili flakes, or crunchy croutons.
1️⃣6️⃣ Serve warm and enjoy! 😋
Notes
✅ For extra creaminess: Add more Greek yogurt or a splash of coconut milk.
✅ To make it spicier: Add chili flakes or cayenne pepper.
✅ For a richer flavor: Roast the sweet potatoes before blending.
✅ Storage: Refrigerate for up to 4 days or freeze for 3 months (without yogurt).
✅ Reheating: Warm on low heat and stir well to maintain creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: American, Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 5mg