Roasted sweet potato soup is a delicious, creamy, and comforting dish perfect for any season. This soup features sweet potatoes, onions, garlic, and a touch of maple syrup for sweetness, complemented by oregano and enriched with chicken gravy and light sour cream. It's an easy and wholesome way to enjoy a hearty and nutritious meal.
- Roasting the Sweet Potatoes: For an enhanced flavor, make sure to roast the sweet potatoes until they are caramelized and tender. This brings out their natural sweetness and adds depth to the soup.
- Blending the Soup: Use an immersion blender to blend the soup directly in the pot for a smoother texture. If using a countertop blender, blend in batches to avoid overfilling and potential spills.
- Adjusting Consistency: If the soup is too thick, gradually add more chicken gravy or water to reach your desired consistency. Remember to blend again after adding liquid.
- Seasoning: Taste the soup before serving and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. The sweet potatoes and maple syrup provide natural sweetness, so adjust salt levels to balance flavors.
- Serving Suggestions: Garnish the soup with a dollop of sour cream, a sprinkle of fresh herbs like parsley or chives, or some croutons for added texture. Serve hot with a side of crusty bread.
Roasted sweet potato soup is not only flavorful and warming but also simple to prepare. With a balance of sweetness from the potatoes and syrup, savory notes from the garlic and onions, and a creamy texture brought by sour cream, this soup is sure to become a family favorite. Enjoy it as a main course with a slice of crusty bread or as a starter for a festive meal.
Nutrition Facts | |
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Serving Size | 570 grams |
Energy | |
Calories 420kcal | 21% |
Protein | |
Protein 8g | 5% |
Carbohydrates | |
Carbohydrates 70g | 20% |
Fiber 10g | 27% |
Sugar 14g | 14% |
Fat | |
Fat 18g | 22% |
Saturated 6g | 20% |
Cholesterol 30mg | - |
Vitamins | |
Vitamin A 1830ug | 203% |
Choline 55mg | 10% |
Vitamin B1 0.29mg | 25% |
Vitamin B2 0.36mg | 28% |
Vitamin B3 2.23mg | 14% |
Vitamin B6 0.69mg | 41% |
Vitamin B9 55ug | 14% |
Vitamin B12 0.24ug | 10% |
Vitamin C 10mg | 11% |
Vitamin E 1.72mg | 11% |
Vitamin K 30ug | 25% |
Minerals | |
Calcium, Ca 240mg | 19% |
Copper, Cu 0.47mg | 52% |
Iron, Fe 3.26mg | 30% |
Magnesium, Mg 90mg | 21% |
Phosphorus, P 220mg | 18% |
Potassium, K 1170mg | 35% |
Selenium, Se 4.40ug | 8% |
Sodium, Na 960mg | 64% |
Zinc, Zn 1.40mg | 13% |
Water | |
Water 460g | - |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. |
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