How to Make Sweet Potato and Carrot Soup with Cardamom - A Step-by-Step Guide

Sweet potato and carrot soup with cardamom is a delightful and warming dish that is perfect for those chilly fall and winter evenings. This hearty soup is packed with flavor and nutrients, making it a great option for a healthy and satisfying meal. The combination of sweet potatoes, carrots, and cardamom creates a harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors that will have your taste buds dancing with joy. Plus, this soup is incredibly easy to make, so you can have a delicious homemad...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 onion, diced
  • ½ teaspoon ground cardamom
  • ¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
  • 1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 3 carrots, peeled and chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 35 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in onions, and cook until golden brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Season with cardamom, turmeric, ginger, pepper flakes, cinnamon, cayenne; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Pour in chicken broth and water; add sweet potatoes and carrots. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the vegetables are tender, 25 to 30 minutes. Remove from heat, and puree in batches until smooth.
  • Nutrition

    286 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 18mg
    • Sodium: 668mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 54g
    • Dietary Fiber: 9g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 94mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 966mg