Curried Coconut Sweet Potato Soup
Bright and aromatic soup where sweet potatoes and coconut milk create a naturally rich texture, balanced by warm curry spices. This american-inspired soups (vegetarian, gluten-free) ready in about 55 minutes pairs finely chopped yellow onion, minced garlic cloves, grated fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 230 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 medium, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes sweet potatoes
- 1, finely chopped yellow onion
- 2, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
- 1.5 tsp curry powder
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 (13.5 oz) can full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 finely chopped yellow onion and cook for 5 minutes until softened and golden. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated ginger, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 2: Stir in 2 medium diced sweet potatoes, 1.5 tsp curry powder, 3 cups chicken broth, and 1/2 tsp salt. Bring to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Step 3: Remove from heat and stir in 1 (13.5 oz) can full-fat coconut milk and 1 tbsp lime juice. Use an immersion blender to puree until smooth. Return to low heat and simmer for 5 minutes to combine flavors. Adjust salt and lime juice to taste.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Curried Coconut Sweet Potato Soup take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (20 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Curried Coconut Sweet Potato Soup?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep finely chopped yellow onion from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Curried Coconut Sweet Potato Soup?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Curried Coconut Sweet Potato Soup for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Curried Coconut Sweet Potato Soup vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian, gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The aroma while cooking this was absolutely heavenly.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.