Moroccan-Spiced Sweet Potato Soup

Enjoy the bold, vibrant flavors of Moroccan cooking in this soup loaded with fragrant spices that complement the sweet potato perfectly.

Ingredients

• 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium (130 g) yellow onion, peeled, cut into large chunks
• 3 garlic cloves, peeled, smashed
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
• ¼ teaspoon black peppercorns
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 2 (400 g) sweet potatoes, cooked, halved
• 3 cups (840 ml) vegetable broth
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt, optional

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic and cook until translucent, 2 – 3 minutes. Add all spices, cooking until aromatic, 3 – 4 minutes.
2. Place the cooked mixture into the Vitamix container along with the sweet potatoes, broth, and salt, then secure the lid.
3. Run the Hot Soup Program or start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 5 minutes 45 seconds.

Notes

Sweet potatoes are a rich source of Vitamin A. Be sure to leave the skin on these delicious, nutrient-dense veggies.

Nutrition

1 serving (338g)

• Calories: 150

• Total Fat: 4g

• Total Carbohydrate: 28g

  • Dietary Fiber: 5g
  • Sugars: 9g

• Protein: 4g

• Cholesterol: 0mg

• Sodium: 610mg