Can I make this soup ahead of time?

Yes, this Lentil Sweet Potato Soup can be made ahead. It keeps for 4 days in a sealed container in the refrigerator or can be frozen for up to 3 months.

How do I achieve the creamy texture without dairy?

The recipe instructs to transfer about 2 1/2 cups of the cooked soup into a blender and blend until creamy, then stir it back into the pot.

What kind of tomatoes should I use for this soup?

You can use one 400g jar of tomato pulp and one cup of ripe whole tomatoes with their juices, chopped, or simply two 400g jars of tomatoes.

Can I adjust the thickness of the soup?

Yes, the soup will thicken as it sits. You can add 1/2 to 1 cup or more of water or vegetable broth if you prefer a more fluid consistency.

What can I serve with this lentil sweet potato soup?

The recipe suggests serving this hearty Lentil Sweet Potato Soup with crusty bread for a complete meal.

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Lentil Sweet Potato Soup
[Vegan]

JZ By: Julie Zimmer

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A steaming bowl of creamy vegan lentil sweet potato soup, garnished with fresh coriander, served with crusty bread on the side.

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Lentil Sweet Potato Soup [Vegan]

Dairy Free

Vegan

One bowl of this lentil sweet potato soup is a complete healthy meal. Packed with protein, fibre, iron, minerals, vitamins and carbohydrates, it has everything that your body needs.

Ingredients You Need for Lentil Sweet Potato Soup [Vegan]

2 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin
1 big sweet potato, peeled and chopped into bite-size pieces (2 1/2 to 3 cups, chopped)
1 big yellow onion, diced
2-3 garlic cloves, grated
2-3 celery sticks, chopped fine (1 cup)
2-3 carrots, chopped fine (1 cup)
1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
1 teaspoon paprika powder
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Salt and ground pepper, to taste
1 x 400 gr jar tomato pulp and 1 cup ripe whole tomatoes with their juices, chopped (or 2 x 400 gr jars of tomatoes) *see note below
1 cup (200 gr) dry brown lentils
1 x 330 gr jar of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
4 cups (950ml) vegetable stock/broth heated *see note below
4 cups (950ml) water , can add more later
1-2 bay leaves
Some freshly squeezed lemon juice (1 to 2 tablespoons or more to taste)
Option: A handful of fresh coriander, chopped

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How to Prepare Lentil Sweet Potato Soup [Vegan]

On stove top, heat the olive oil in a big soup pot or dutch oven. Reduce heat to medium.
Add the onion and garlic and cook for 2 minutes to soften.
Add carrots and celery, spices, salt and pepper and cook for 3 minutes mixing often.
Add tomato pulp and chopped tomatoes. Add a bit of water to the tomato jar(s) to gather what’s left, shake and add to the soup. Add the lentils and chickpeas and stir these in. Add the vegetable broth, water, bay leaves and sweet potatoes. Stir.
Bring to a rapid boil and immediately reduce heat to medium and maintain a gentle boil. Cover and cook for 20-30 minutes, or until the potatoes and lentils are soft. Stir from time to time.
With a ladle or cup, transfer about 2 1/2 cups of the soup into a small blender or NutriBullet bowl (make sure to gather an equal distribution of broth & ingredients.) Blend until creamy.
Pour the creamy mixture back into the soup pot and stir to combine. Add a few squeezes of lemon juice for a fresh finish and some chopped coriander. Stir again. Remove from heat and cover. The soup can sit until you’re ready to serve.
If needed, heat up soup on stove top or in individual bowls in microwave. Serve with crusty bread.
The soup will continue to thicken a bit more, so go ahead and add some water or broth (1/2 to 1 cup or more) if you prefer it more fluid.
Leftover soup keeps for 4 days in a sealed container in the refrigerator. You can also freeze portions for up to 3 months. Enjoy!

Notes

If you can’t find fresh ripe whole tomatoes in supermarket, then you are better off with tomatoes in a container, either pulp, stewed or crushed or a mix of these. For the vegetable stock/broth, it’s always best to heat it up in microwave or on stove top before adding it to the soup.