Curried sweet potato soup

Curried sweet potato soup is a creamy, vibrant dish made by simmering sweet potatoes with aromatic curry spices, onions, and often coconut milk or broth. It's a popular comfort food with roots in various cuisines, notably Indian and Caribbean, where the combination of sweet potato and curry is a classic pairing.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This soup is a good source of complex carbohydrates and dietary fiber, primarily from the sweet potatoes, and is typically moderate in fat if made with coconut milk. A standard serving provides a significant amount of Vitamin A (from beta-carotene) and potassium, with a calorie range of approximately 200-350 kcal.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	180 kcal
Protein	3 g
Carbs	32 g
Fat	5 g
Fiber	6 g
Sugar	10 g
Sodium	480 mg
Vitamin A	18000 IU
Vitamin C	15 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Iron	2 mg
Calcium	60 mg
Magnesium	35 mg
Vitamin B6	0.3 mg
Folate	40 µg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The dish is nutritionally interesting because the beta-carotene in sweet potatoes is a fat-soluble nutrient, meaning the healthy fats in coconut milk can actually enhance its absorption by the body.