Maple-Glazed Sweet Potato and Kale Soup
A comforting, nutrient-packed soup with roasted sweet potatoes, kale, and a hint of maple syrup. This american-inspired soups ready in about 50 minutes pairs medium, peeled and cubed sweet potatoes, vegetable broth, chopped kale for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 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 cubed sweet potatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups chopped kale
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Toss 2 medium cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil on a baking sheet, roast at 400°F for 20 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
- Step 2: Simmer 4 cups vegetable broth in a pot over medium heat. Add roasted sweet potatoes and 2 cups chopped kale, then cook for 10 minutes until kale wilts and sweet potatoes are tender.
- Step 3: Stir in 1 tbsp maple syrup, then blend with an immersion blender until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve warm.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Glazed Sweet Potato and Kale Soup take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (15 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 Maple-Glazed Sweet Potato and Kale 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 vegetable broth from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Glazed Sweet Potato and Kale 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 Maple-Glazed Sweet Potato and Kale 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.
What goes well with Maple-Glazed Sweet Potato and Kale Soup?
American soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
A delicious and healthy soup! The sweetness from the maple balanced the kale beautifully.
- ★★★★★
The maple glaze was perfect with the sweet potatoes and kale. Made for my kids and they loved it!
- ★★★★☆
Loved the flavor, but it was slightly bland for my taste. Next time I'll add more spices.
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