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    Salted Plains » Recipes » Entrees

    Creamy Vegan Sweet Potato Soup

    Published: Jan 10, 2023 by Tessa · This post may contain affiliate links · 10 Comments

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    Creamy Vegan Sweet Potato Soup is gluten-free and ready in just 30 minutes. Made with minimal ingredients and warming spices for a spicy sweet soup.

    A large pot of sweet potato soup on a marble surface.

    The humble sweet potato. This favorite vegetable is inherently suited to both savory and sweet applications and this healthy sweet potato soup below is a delicious way to get in more veggies!

    Why you'll love this recipe

    • A perfect recipe for busy nights
    • Made with simple ingredients and whole foods
    • Creamy hot soup without the dairy!
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    Ingredients and substitutions

    Here are a few quick notes about the main ingredients in this recipe. You can see a complete ingredient list and instructions in the recipe card below.

    Ingredients to make sweet potato soup on a marble surface.

    Sweet potatoes - The starchiness of the cooked potatoes naturally lends itself to making a creamy soup. But to ensure you have a thick and creamy sweet potato soup, you don't want to add too much vegetable broth or almond milk. No flour or cornstarch is needed.

    Onion and garlic - Fresh garlic and onion are best, but you can always substitute with garlic powder and minced dried onion.

    Maple syrup - A little bit of this natural sweetener enhances the natural sweetness of the potatoes. Coconut sugar or honey (not vegan) are good substitutes.

    Vegetable broth - Check to make sure you are purchasing a gluten-free broth if needed.

    Ginger, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper - Just the right amount of spice gives maximum flavor. Don't have cayenne powder? You can sub in red pepper flakes.

    Unsweetened almond milk - This adds to the creaminess. Substitute with a swirl of coconut milk, soy milk, or other plant-based milk.

    Step-by-step instructions

    Before you start: Cook the potatoes and chop the onions.

    Sweet potato, diced onions, and spices in a white pot.
    Sweet potatoes, broth, and seasoning in a white pot.

    Step 1: Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven. Add the diced onions and cook, then the garlic and cooked potatoes, followed by the maple syrup, ginger, cinnamon, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine. 

    Step 2: Add the vegetable broth and bring it to a boil. Reduce heat and allow to simmer for 5-8 minutes. 

    An immersion blender blending sweet potato soup in a large pot.
    Smooth and creamy sweet potato soup being stirred in a large pot.

    Step 3: Using an immersion blender, blend until smooth.

    Step 4: Stir in almond milk and allow to heat for 1 to 2 more minutes.

    Tips

    • Use frozen chopped sweet potatoes or canned puree to cut down on prep time.
    • For a thinner soup consistency, add a little more almond milk until desired consistency is reached. Too much liquid will give it more of a broth texture.

    Serving suggestions

    Drizzle this easy soup recipe with a little olive oil. Sprinkle with chopped pistachios, hazelnuts, or pumpkin seeds.

    Pair cups of soup with crusty bread (gluten-free, of course!), salad, grilled cheese sandwiches, vegan Brazilian cheese bread, or top with croutons.

    A rustic bowl filled with orange sweet potato soup and garnished with chopped nuts.

    Equipment

    • Large soup pot or Dutch oven
    • Immersion blender (or stick blender) - If you don't have an immersion blender, you can use a regular blender or food processor by carefully blending in batches.

    FAQs

    How do you add richness to vegan soup?

    Adding plant-based milk like full-fat coconut milk or unsweetened almond milk can add richness without the dairy.

    If you're looking for more warming gluten-free recipes, check out Katie's chicken coconut curry.

    More Soup Recipes

    • Vegan Cream of Mushroom Soup
    • Roasted Fennel and White Bean Tomato Soup
    • Curried Broccoli Cauliflower Soup (with Coconut Milk)
    • Potato Cauliflower Soup with Kale

    Love this recipe? Please consider leaving a 5-star 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟rating on the recipe card below and let me know what you think in the comments!

    📖 Recipe

    A rustic bowl filled with creamy sweet potato soup.

    Creamy Vegan Sweet Potato Soup

    Creamy Vegan Sweet Potato Soup is gluten-free and ready in just 30 minutes. Made with minimal ingredients and warming spices for a spicy sweet soup.
    5 from 4 votes
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    Course: Main Course, Soup
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 247kcal
    Author: Tessa

    Equipment

    • Dutch Oven
    • Immersion Blender

    Ingredients

    • 3 medium sweet potatoes cooked
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 onion diced
    • 2 cloves minced garlic
    • 3 cups vegetable broth
    • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
    • ⅛ teaspoon ground ginger
    • ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper
    • ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk (or other non-dairy milk)

    Optional toppings

    • ¼ cup raw hazelnuts toasted and chopped
    • ¼ cup raw pistachios toasted and chopped
    • drizzle of maple syrup or olive oil

    Instructions

    • Prepare your sweet potatoes first. Pierce your sweet potatoes with a fork and cook on the appropriate potato setting for your microwave. You'll want the potatoes cooked soft enough for them to be easily mashed with a fork.
      While the potatoes are cooking, chop your onions and prep your other ingredients. 
    • In a Dutch oven or large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and tender, about 6-8 minutes. Add your garlic and cook for 1 minute. Scoop out your cooked sweet potatoes and add them to the pot, followed by the maple syrup, ginger, cinnamon, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine. 
    • Add the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and allow to simmer for 5-8 minutes. 
    • Using an immersion blender, blend until smooth. If you don't have an immersion blender, carefully transfer mixture to a blender, blend until smooth, and return to pot. 
    • Stir in almond milk and allow to heat for 1 to 2 more minutes. If you want a thinner consistency, just add a little more almond milk until desired consistency is reached.
      Serve hot and top with nuts, olive oil, or maple syrup if desired. 

    Notes

    • Use frozen chopped sweet potatoes or canned sweet potato puree to cut down on prep time.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 247kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1402mg | Potassium: 634mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 24451IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 86mg | Iron: 1mg
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    1. Cherylyn Minto

      January 19, 2020 at 2:07 pm

      5 stars
      I made this today with 2 small adjustments. I didn’t have sweet potatoes so 8 used about 30 oz of pumpkin purée, and I didn’t have almond milk on hand, so I added a drained and rinsed can of Cannellini beans, then used the immersion blender. Made the soup creamy and added a bit of protein.
      I LOVE this soup and will definitely make it again soon!

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      • Tessa

        January 26, 2020 at 3:03 pm

        I'm so glad you like it! Sounds like wonderful additions too!

        Reply
    2. Richard Orpen

      November 09, 2019 at 8:24 pm

      5 stars
      I made as described and only added maple syrup as a garnish. It was just enough sweetness for me and had plenty of kick. I’ll definitely make this again.

      Reply
      • Tessa

        November 17, 2019 at 2:19 pm

        Wonderful! Thank you. I'm so glad you enjoyed them!

        Reply
    3. Nancy

      October 21, 2019 at 4:10 pm

      Being strictly a recipe cook, how many ounces/pounds sweet potatoes?

      Reply

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