Sweet Potato and Apple Soup
The natural sweetness of sweet potatoes and apples, combined with the savory goodness of shallots, blend together into a naturally creamy soup perfect for cooler days ahead.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 5 cups sweet potato peeled and cubed
- 1 cup apple any variety (recommend gala or golden delicious)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 shallot (1 large or 2 small) chopped
- ⅛ teaspoon fresh nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- 3 ½ cups low sodium vegetable broth see above tips- add just enough to cover your vegetables-you can add more if needed at the end of blending.
- pinch kosher salt
- fresh pepper (optional)
- maple syrup add a touch if desired to achieve optimal sweetness level
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a medium size soup pan.
- Add the shallots and sauté until translucent.
- Add the sweet potatoes, apples and a good pinch of salt. Sauté for about 3 minutes.
- Add in just enough broth to cover the vegetables.
- Simmer until sweet potatoes and apples are soft and tender.
- Carefully blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or allow to cool then transfer to a blender to puree. Add a little more broth if the soup is too thick for your liking then stir to combine.
- Stir in the spices, adjust seasonings and serve.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
Nutrition facts are calculated without the addition of maple syrup and additional salt.
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Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 208kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 4gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 490mgPotassium: 615mgFiber: 7gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 23603IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 55mgIron: 1mg
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