Nourishing Sweet Potato Red Lentil Soup (Instant Pot)

Welcome to a cozy corner of deliciousness! Today, we’re cooking very simple and delicious Nourishing Sweet Potato Red Lentil Soup.

Ingredients for Sweet Potato Red Lentil Soup

• 1 big sweet potato
• 2 cups red lentils
• 2 Tbsp ghee or avocado oil
• 1 medium white onion
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 1-inch piece of fresh ginger (use less/more according to your preferences)
• 1/3 tsp Curcuma powder
• Other spices of choice (such as cumin powder, garlic/onion powder, sweet paprika etc.)
• 4-6 cups of vegetable broth
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instant Pot Instructions

• Prepare Ingredients:
  • Peel and chop the sweet potato into chunks.
  • Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
  • Grate fresh ginger.
• Sauté Aromatics:
  • Set the Instant Pot to “Sauté” mode and melt ghee.
  • Add diced onions, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté until fragrant.
• Add Spices:
  • Sprinkle curcuma powder and any other preferred spices. Stir well.
• Add Sweet Potato and Lentils:
  • Add sweet potato chunks and red lentils to the Instant Pot. Mix thoroughly.
• Pour Broth:
  • Pour in enough vegetable broth to cover the ingredients.
• Pressure Cook:
  • Close the Instant Pot lid and set to “Pressure Cook” for 3-4 minutes.
  • Allow natural pressure release for 5 minutes, then manually release any remaining pressure.
• Season and Blend:
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth (optional).
• Serve:
  • Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with a drizzle of ghee or fresh herbs if desired

Stove Instructions

• Prepare Ingredients:
  • Follow the same preparation steps as for the Instant Pot.
• Sauté Aromatics:
  • In a large pot, melt ghee over medium heat.
  • Add diced onions, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté until fragrant.
• Add Spices:
  • Sprinkle curcuma powder and any other preferred spices. Stir well.
• Add Sweet Potato and Lentils:
  • Add sweet potato chunks and red lentils to the pot. Mix thoroughly.
• Pour Broth:
  • Pour in enough vegetable broth to cover the ingredients.
• Simmer:
  • Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes or until sweet potatoes and lentils are tender.
• Season and Blend:
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth.
• Serve:
  • Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with a drizzle of ghee or fresh herbs if desired.

Tips & Tricks for Perfect Sweet Potato Red Lentil Soup

• Opt for fresh sweet potatoes, onions, and garlic for the best flavor.
• Experiment with your favorite spices such as cumin, coriander, or smoked paprika to add depth to the soup.
• If possible, use homemade vegetable broth for a richer and more personalized flavor.
• Adjust the consistency by adding more broth for a thinner soup or letting it simmer longer for a thicker consistency.
• Season gradually and taste as you go. You can always add more salt and pepper, but it’s challenging to fix an overly salty soup.
• The addition of ghee not only enhances the flavor but also adds a rich and velvety texture to the soup. Feel free to substitute with avocado (olive) oil for a vegan version.
• Make a larger batch and freeze portions for quick and easy meals on busy days.
• When reheating, add a splash of broth to maintain the soup’s consistency and prevent it from becoming too thick.
• Feel free to customize the recipe with additional vegetables like carrots or spinach to suit your preferences.

Serving Suggestions for Sweet Potato Red Lentil Soup

• Crusty Bread or Baguette.
• Garlic Naan or Pita Bread.
• Rice or Quinoa: Ladle the soup over a bed of cooked rice or quinoa for a heartier meal with added protein.
• Yogurt Drizzle.
• Lemon Wedges.
• Toasted Seeds: Pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds for a crunchy element.
• Avocado Slices.
• Chili Oil or Hot Sauce: Add my Special Hot Sauce on the side to enjoy a bit of heat.
• Cheese Topping: Grate some Parmesan, feta, or goat cheese on top for a savory touch.
• Crispy Chickpeas: Roast chickpeas with your favorite spices until crispy and use them as a crunchy topping for the soup.
• Creme Fraiche: A swirl of creme fraiche, sour cream or Cashew Cream.
• Fresh Herbs: Sprinkle freshly chopped cilantro, parsley, or chives on top ⇓⇓⇓

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Nourishing Sweet Potato Red Lentil Soup

Welcome to a cozy corner of deliciousness! Today, we're cooking very simple and delicious Nourishing Sweet Potato Red Lentil Soup.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Dinner, Lunch, Soup

Cuisine Eastern Europe, Mediterranean, Ukrainian

Servings 4 portions

Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

• 1 Instant Pot
• 1 soup pot

Ingredients

  

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• 1 big sweet potato
• 2 cups red lentils
• 2 Tbsp ghee avocado oil
• 1 medium white onion
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 1-inch piece of fresh ginger use less/more according to your preferences
• 1/3 tsp Curcuma powder
• Other spices of choice (such as cumin powder, garlic/onion powder, sweet paprika etc.)
• 4-6 cups of vegetable broth
• Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

 

• Instant Pot Instructions:
• Prepare Ingredients: Peel and chop the sweet potato into chunks.Dice the onion and mince the garlic.Grate fresh ginger.

  Sauté Aromatics:Set the Instant Pot to "Sauté" mode and melt ghee. Add diced onions, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté until fragrant.

  Add Spices: Sprinkle curcuma powder and any other preferred spices. Stir well.

  Add Sweet Potato and Lentils: Add sweet potato chunks and red lentils to the Instant Pot. Mix thoroughly.

  Pour Broth: Pour in enough vegetable broth to cover the ingredients.

  Pressure Cook: Close the Instant Pot lid and set to "Pressure Cook" for 3-4 minutes. Allow natural pressure release for 5 minutes, then manually release any remaining pressure.

  Season and Blend: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth (optional).

  Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with a drizzle of ghee or fresh herbs if desired
• Stove Instructions:
• Prepare Ingredients: Follow the same preparation steps as for the Instant Pot.

  Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, melt ghee over medium heat. Add diced onions, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté until fragrant.

  Add Spices: Sprinkle curcuma powder and any other preferred spices. Stir well.

  Add Sweet Potato and Lentils: Add sweet potato chunks and red lentils to the pot. Mix thoroughly.

  Pour Broth: Pour in enough vegetable broth to cover the ingredients.

  Simmer: Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes or until sweet potatoes and lentils are tender.

  Season and Blend: Season with salt and pepper to taste.Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth.

  Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with a drizzle of ghee or fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Serving Suggestions for Sweet Potato Red Lentil Soup:

• crusty bread or a baguette;
• serve the soup over a bed of cooked rice or quinoa;
• yogurt drizzle adds creaminess and balances the flavors;
• sprinkle freshly chopped cilantro, parsley, or chives;
• top the soup with toasted pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds;
• grate some Parmesan, feta, or goat cheese on top.

 

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 5gFiber: 15g

Keyword healthy lunch, red lentils, sweet potato, vegan, vegan recipes, vegetarian, vegetarian recipes

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