Can I make this sweet potato, carrot, and leek soup thicker or thinner?

Yes, for a thicker soup, use slightly less water initially. To thin it out, add a splash more water or vegetable stock while pureeing until your desired consistency is reached.

What can I use if I don't have leeks for this recipe?

While leeks add a unique mild onion flavor, you can substitute with an extra onion or a few shallots, though the taste profile will be slightly different.

How should I store leftover sweet potato, carrot, and leek soup?

Store any leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. This soup also freezes well for up to 2-3 months.

Can I add other vegetables to this sweet potato and leek soup?

Absolutely! Root vegetables like parsnips or celery root would complement the flavors well. Just ensure they are cooked until tender before pureeing.

Do I need an immersion blender to make this pureed soup?

An immersion blender is convenient for pureeing directly in the saucepan. If you don't have one, you can carefully transfer the cooled soup in batches to a regular blender and blend until smooth.

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Sweet Potato, Carrot, and Leek Soup
[Vegan]

Name: Sweet Potato, Carrot, and Leek Soup [Vegan]
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 2 - 3
Ingredients: 1 sweet potato, peeled and cubed; 2 carrots, peeled and roughly chopped; 1 leek, washed and roughly chopped (green ends removed); 1 onion, peeled and roughly chopped; 2 cloves of garlic, peeled and minced; 1 tsp mixed dry herbs; 1 tsp ground turmeric; 1 cube of vegetable stock; water

CM By: Clémence Moulaert

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A steaming bowl of vibrant orange sweet potato, carrot, and leek soup, garnished with a swirl of cashew cream and served with crusty rustic bread.

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Sweet Potato, Carrot, & Leek Soup

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2 - 3

Dairy Free

Vegan

This sweet potato carrot soup is easy, creamy, and delicious. It was one of those recipes made out of necessity. I had sweet potatoes. I had carrots. I had a big pot to make soup and a loaf of sourdough begging to be sliced, toasted, buttered, and dipped. Sweet potato... Read More

Ingredients You Need for Sweet Potato, Carrot, and Leek Soup [Vegan]

1 sweet potato, peeled and cubed
2 carrots, peeled and roughly chopped
1 leek, washed and roughly chopped (green ends removed)
1 onion, peeled and roughly chopped
2 cloves of garlic, peeled and minced
1 tsp mixed dry herbs
1 tsp ground turmeric
1 cube of vegetable stock
water

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How to Prepare Sweet Potato, Carrot, and Leek Soup [Vegan]

Boil some water in the kettle (enough to fill a saucepan). Wash, peel, and prep your vegetables.
Place all the vegetables and garlic in a large saucepan and cover with just enough water. Throw in the vegetable stock cube. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to simmer for 10-15 minutes.
Add the herbs and turmeric. Remove from the heat and let cool for a couple of minutes. Puree to a smooth soup in a(n immersion) blender.
Serve hot with a few slices of crusty, rustic bread, and a swirl of cashew or soy cream if you have any on hand.

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Comments:

Amy says:

November 26, 2017 at 3:55 pm

This turned out not so good….
emma says:

June 13, 2015 at 12:32 pm

This will be lunch today! Cant wait!
Stace Sunni Hellman Resnick says:

December 14, 2014 at 3:05 pm

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