Sweet Potato Lentil Lime Soup Recipe

Name: Sweet Potato Lentil Lime Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 onions, chopped; 500 g sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks; 4 garlic cloves, crushed; 20 g gingerroot, grated ( 1 inch square piece); 1/2 tablespoon fennel seeds; 2 tablespoons mild olive oil; 0.5 (14 ounce) cans chopped tomatoes; 1 heaped tsp ground cinnamon; 150 g red lentils; 2 1/2 pints of mild vegetable stock; 30 g mint ( a small bunch, leaves only, chopped); 1 -2 limes ( juice only); 100 ml Greek yogurt ( approx, to serve); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper ( freshly ground)

Servings: persons

1 onions, chopped
500 g sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
4 garlic cloves, crushed
20 g gingerroot, grated ( 1 inch square piece)
1/2 tablespoon fennel seeds
2 tablespoons mild olive oil
0.5 (14 ounce) cans chopped tomatoes
1 heaped tsp ground cinnamon
150 g red lentils
2 1/2 pints of mild vegetable stock
30 g mint ( a small bunch, leaves only, chopped)
1 -2 limes ( juice only)
100 ml Greek yogurt ( approx, to serve)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper ( freshly ground)

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Heat the oil in a large pan over a medium heat, fry the onion for a couple of minutes then add the fennel seeds, sweet potato, garlic and ginger.
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Reduce the heat to low, cover with a lid and allow to sweat for 10 minutes.
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Now add the cinnamon, lentils, chopped tomatoes and the vegetable stock.
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Bring to the boil, reduce the heat and allow to simmer for 20-30 minutes until the sweet potatoes are tender and the lentils broken down.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste and allow to cool slightly.
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Put half of the mixture in a blender and blend well or use a hand blender to break the soup down, but leave some chunky bits.
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When ready to serve, reheat the soup, add the chopped mint (reserving some for garnish) and once hot add the lime juice. Take off the heat and taste and adjust seasoning.
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Serve in large bowls with dollops of greek yoghurt and a sprinkling of fresh mint.

480

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 onions, chopped, 500 g sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks, 4 garlic cloves, crushed, 20 g gingerroot, grated ( 1 inch square piece), and more.

Yes, Sweet Potato Lentil Lime Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Sweet Potato Lentil Lime Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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