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Sweet Potato & Lentil Soup

A hearty, vegan soup combining sweet potatoes and lentils, perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner.

This creamy soup is loaded with tender sweet potatoes and protein‑rich lentils, seasoned with warming spices. It’s vegan, gluten‑free, and easy to make in one pot.

• Updated 4/25/2025
Sweet Potato & Lentil Soup

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

30 min

Total Time

45 min

Servings

6

Ingredients

  • Lentils - 200 g
  • Vegetable Broth - 960 ml
  • Garlic - 3 cloves
  • Himalayan Pink Salt - 1 tsp
  • Batat - 400 g
  • Ginger - 1 tbsp
  • Coriander - 1 tsp
  • Cilantro - 2 tbsp
  • Onion - 150 g
  • Pepper - 1 dash
  • Cumin - 1 tsp
  • Olive Oil - 2 tbsp

Directions

  • Step 1

    Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

  • Step 2

    Add diced onion, garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant (about 3 min).

  • Step 3

    Stir in cumin and coriander, cook 1 min more.

  • Step 4

    Add diced sweet potatoes, rinsed lentils, and vegetable broth.

  • Step 5

    Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes and lentils are tender (20–25 min).

  • Step 6

    Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  • Step 7

    Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro.

Cook's Notes

For extra creaminess, blend half the soup and stir back in.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

250
Calories
5g
Fat
40g
Carbs
12g
Protein