Sweet Potato Soup With Feta and Zaatar Oil Recipe

Name: Sweet Potato Soup With Feta and Zaatar Oil
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons zaatar (a spice blend that combines dried hyssop, thyme and sesame seeds and can be found at Middle Eastern grocers or other specialty stores); 1 tablespoon butter; 1 onion, peeled and diced; 1 carrot, peeled and diced; 1 leek, white part only, rinsed thoroughly and diced; 5 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes; 6 cups water; 2 cups vegetable stock; 1 bay leaf; 1 tablespoon salt, or to taste; 1/4 cup feta cheese

Servings: persons

1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons zaatar (a spice blend that combines dried hyssop, thyme and sesame seeds and can be found at Middle Eastern grocers or other specialty stores)
1 tablespoon butter
1 onion, peeled and diced
1 carrot, peeled and diced
1 leek, white part only, rinsed thoroughly and diced
5 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
6 cups water
2 cups vegetable stock
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon salt, or to taste
1/4 cup feta cheese

1
In a small pot, combine 1/4 cup olive oil and the zaatar.
2
Cook over medium heat until hot, but take care not to burn the zaatar.
3
Set aside for at least one hour to cool and infuse.
4
In a large pot, heat the butter and remaining olive oil over medium high heat.
5
When the butter has melted, add the onion, carrot and leek and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
6
Add the sweet potato cubes and saute for another minute.
7
Add the water, stock and bay leaf and bring to a boil.
8
Once the soup begins to boil, lower to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes.
9
Check to make sure the sweet potatoes are completely soft.
10
If not, continue cooking until they are.
11
Remove the bay leaf and puree the soup using a regular or immersion blender.
12
Check the seasoning and add the salt (you may need more or less depending on the stock you used).
13
Ladle out the soup into individual bowls.
14
Crumble some feta into each bowl, and drizzle each bowl with some of the zaatar oil.

300

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons zaatar (a spice blend that combines dried hyssop, thyme and sesame seeds and can be found at Middle Eastern grocers or other specialty stores), 1 tablespoon butter, 1 onion, peeled and diced, and more.

Yes, Sweet Potato Soup With Feta and Zaatar Oil 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sweet Potato Soup With Feta and Zaatar Oil

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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