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Roasted Sweet Potato and Black Bean Soup

This soup features roasted sweet potatoes blended into a smooth, velvety broth with tender black beans added for texture. Fresh lime and cilantro brighten the dish, which has a hearty yet smooth consistency with vibrant fall flavors. It involves roasting, blending, and simmering to develop its rich, comforting taste and appearance.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: comfort food
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large sweet potatoes peeled and diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for roasting
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 1 lime lime juiced, plus wedges for serving
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Blender
  • Large Pot
  • Stirring spoon
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the diced sweet potatoes with olive oil and spread them evenly on a baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes until they are tender and golden around the edges.
  2. Meanwhile, in a large pot, sauté the chopped onion in a bit of oil over medium heat until it becomes translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic to the onions and cook for another minute until it’s fragrant, making sure not to burn it.
  4. Once the sweet potatoes are roasted and cool enough to handle, add them to the pot and pour in the vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  5. Use an immersion blender directly in the pot, or transfer the mixture carefully to a blender, and blend until smooth and creamy. Return to the pot if needed, and stir in the rinsed black beans.
  6. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Squeeze in fresh lime juice, stirring well to balance the flavors.
  7. Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro and additional lime wedges. Serve immediately for maximum freshness and flavor.

Notes

You can add more lime or cilantro to adjust brightness and freshness. For extra creaminess, stir in a spoonful of coconut milk before serving.