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    Home » Recipes » Soups & Stews

    Sweet Potato and Kale Soup

    Published: Jan 20, 2020 · Updated: Apr 7, 2020 by Sapana Chandra, MS, CHC · 20 Comments

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    This sweet potato and kale soup is packed with vegetables, including sweet potato, kale, fresh tomatoes, and onions. It's easy to make and comes together in a quick 30 minutes. Enjoy this soup on its own or as a delicious side to a nourishing salad.

    Bowl of sweet potato and kale soup

    Editor's note: This recipe was originally published on January 28, 2019. Since then, it’s been freshened up with new pictures, commentary, and made even more delicious!

    This is literally one of my favorite soup recipes. The best part: it's so easy to make, cheap, packed with flavor, and comforting. Perfect for Fall, Winter, or early Spring, you'll love this soup. Serve with toasted No Knead Bread for the perfect comfort meal.

    Made with a few ingredients, this soup comes together in less than 30 minutes for a savory meal or side dish.

    Ingredients you'll need

    What I love most about this recipe is how few ingredients you really need:

    • Sweet potatoes: Peel them and dice them up into ½ inch pieces. You can also do 1-inch pieces but I personally just enjoy the smaller pieces more.
    • Fresh tomatoes: The tomatoes add so much flavor to any dish. It's one of my favorite ingredients to add to non-creamy soups as it gives the soup clover and flavor.
    • Onion: I've made this soup with both white and red onion and both taste great. You can't go wrong with either. Just make sure you cook them long enough before adding the other ingredients.
    • Kale: If you're looking for an easy way to get some greens in, this soup is a great candidate. Once the soup is done, just had a few handful of chopped up kale. It boosts the nutrients, adds texture, and is so delicious.
    • Garlic: I love adding a clove or two of minced garlic in most of my dishes. Not only does this add so much flavor, but also make your kitchen smell amazing,
    • Seasoning: you just need sea salt, black pepper, a bay leaf, and ground cumin for this soup - that's it.
    Side angle of bowl of soup with spoon in it

    How to make sweet potato and kale soup

    Once you prep all of your ingredients, you can whip this soup up on your stovetop in less than 30 minutes. I love using my Staub Cast-Iron Dutch Oven to make this soup. Soup doesn't get easier than that.

    1. Saute garlic and onion: Warm the oil on medium-low heat in a medium pot. Add onion and garlic. Saute until onions are translucent, stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes. 

    2. Add remaining ingredients: Add sweet potato, tomatoes, water, bay leaf, salt, pepper, and cumin. Increase the heat to medium and stir well. Bring to a gentle boil. Immediately lower the heat to medium-low.

    3. Simmer: Cover the pot and let the soup simmer for about 20 minutes. Make sure the sweet potatoes are cooked through and turn off the heat. 

    4. Add kale: Remove the bay leaf and gently fold in the kale into the soup. Adjust seasoning if needed. Serve or store for later.

    Pro tip: If you do know in advance that you won't be enjoying it for another day or two, hold off on adding the kale until you're ready to enjoy it. At that time, just fold it in when you reheat the soup.

    Step-by-step instructions on how to make the soup.

    Storage and reheating

    • Fridge: Store in a glass airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
    • Reheat: Warm the soup in a small saucepan on medium-low heat.

    Serving suggestions

    • With a heaping salad: A simple green salad is so delicious with this soup. It's a delicious way to pack in the vegetables, especially if you have been running low in that department.
    • Serve with warm bread: As with any soup, you can never go wrong with bread.
    • On its own: I frequently make this as a light lunch. While it makes 4 servings, double it up to make a nourishing meal.
    Bowl of soup with spoon and linen napkin

    More tasty soup recipes

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    • Vegan Sweet Potato Casserole
    • Sweet Potato Pancakes

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    Bowl of sweet potato and kale soup.

    Sweet Potato and Kale Soup

    5 from 16 votes
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    Prep time: 10 minutes
    Cook time: 20 minutes
    Total time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 144kcal
    Author: Sapana Chandra
    This soup is so hearty and delicious, made with sweet potato, kale, tomato, and onions. It's simple and comes together in less than 30 minutes. Enjoy this soup on its own or as a delicious side to a nourishing salad.

    Ingredients

    • 1 tablespoon oil, I use avocado oil
    • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 cup diced tomatoes
    • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
    • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
    • 1 teaspoon sea salt
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
    • 3 cups vegetable broth, or water
    • 1 bay leaf
    • 3 cups chopped kale
    • ½ lemon, juiced

    Instructions

    • Warm the oil on medium-low heat in a medium pot. Add onion and garlic. Saute until onions are translucent, stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes. 
    • Add sweet potato, tomatoes, vegetable broth, bay leaf, salt, pepper, and cumin. Increase the heat to medium and stir well. Bring to a boil. Immediately lower the heat to medium-low for a simmer.
    • Cover the pot and let the soup simmer for about 20 minutes, until sweet potatoes are cooked through.
    • Remove the bay leaf and gently fold in the kale into the soup. Add lemon juice and adjust seasoning, if needed. Serve or store for later.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 144kcal, Carbohydrates: 25g, Protein: 5g, Fat: 4g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 656mg, Potassium: 701mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 5g, Vitamin A: 15985IU, Vitamin C: 90mg, Calcium: 151mg, Iron: 2mg
    Course: Soup
    Cuisine: American
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    About Sapana Chandra, MS, CHC

    Sapana Chandra is a certified health coach, author of Plant Power Bowls, and founder of Real +Vibrant. Here you’ll find simply delicious vegetarian recipes with step-by-step photo instructions – recipes you’ll be excited to enjoy and share with your loved ones.

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    Comments

    1. Lori says

      January 28, 2023 at 2:08 pm

      Made as written with the exception of adding a zucchini diced to match the size of the sweet potatoes. I used homemade no-salt veggie bouillon cubes instead of vegetable broth. This is a delicious soup. It’s deceptively simple with few spices, but it is enough. The broth is very flavorful. Definitely will be a repeat meal. Thanks for the recipe! Love it!5 stars

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    2. Heather says

      October 24, 2020 at 4:33 pm

      This is easy and very healthy.5 stars

      Reply
    3. Irina says

      January 29, 2020 at 8:28 pm

      I am gonna cook this soup ASAP! It is so colorful, it is just all right on a winter day to warm up:)5 stars

      Reply
    4. Kelly Anthony says

      January 21, 2020 at 8:36 am

      I love how quick and easy this sweet potato and kale soup come together. Perfect for any busy weeknight.5 stars

      Reply
    5. Pam says

      January 21, 2020 at 8:33 am

      What a fabulous combination of hearty flavors. We love soup, eat it often, and I'm always on the lookout for new recipes to try out. Thank you for sharing.5 stars

      Reply
    6. Beth says

      January 21, 2020 at 8:17 am

      We all love sweet potatoes but when my guys saw the kale they were hesitant. UNTIL they tasted it! Then they were all in too! Can't wait to make it again! So warm and comforting!5 stars

      Reply
    7. Laura says

      January 21, 2020 at 7:59 am

      I was just looking for soups to help me use up the huge bag of kale I have in the fridge. So glad I found this. It's delicious.5 stars

      Reply
    8. Jessica Formicola says

      January 21, 2020 at 7:46 am

      I made this soup for dinner last night and it was incredible! Thanks so much for sharing the recipe!5 stars

      Reply
    9. Neha says

      August 27, 2019 at 5:45 am

      Such vibrant and appetizing clicks! This is a fantastic way to have your greens with sweet potato. Loving how easy the recipe sounds.

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      • Sapana Chandra, MS, CHC says

        December 07, 2019 at 9:54 pm

        Thanks, Neha!

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    10. Kushigalu says

      August 26, 2019 at 9:02 pm

      Love the combination of ingredients in the soup here. I have never tried this combination earlier. Sounds so good and looks delicious.5 stars

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      • Sapana Chandra, MS, CHC says

        December 07, 2019 at 9:54 pm

        So glad you love it, Kushigalu!

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    11. Suzy says

      August 26, 2019 at 8:44 pm

      This is the best kind of comfort food! It's so hearty and delicious! We loved it!5 stars

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      • Sapana Chandra, MS, CHC says

        December 07, 2019 at 9:54 pm

        So glad to hear, Suzy! Thanks for sharing your feedback.

        Reply
    12. Veena Azmanov says

      August 26, 2019 at 8:13 pm

      One of my best dinner option. I can feast on a soup any day. Love the combination to this soup.5 stars

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      • Sapana Chandra, MS, CHC says

        December 07, 2019 at 9:54 pm

        Thanks, Veena!

        Reply
    13. Beth Pierce says

      August 26, 2019 at 6:25 pm

      What an amazing recipe! I am adding this to my dinner line up for the week; looks delicious!5 stars

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      • Sapana Chandra, MS, CHC says

        December 07, 2019 at 9:55 pm

        Thanks so much, Beth!

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    14. Chitra says

      June 07, 2019 at 11:57 am

      This has seriously become one of my favorite soups to make. Easy, simple, and so good!5 stars

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      • Sapana Chandra, MS, CHC says

        December 07, 2019 at 9:55 pm

        So happy to hear, Chitra!

        Reply

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