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    Sweet Potato Lime Soup Recipe

    Last Modified: Jan 18, 2023 by Paleo Leaper · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    I recently had the opportunity to visit this very small rural town with a population of about 6,000. Perhaps many would consider this to be a generously sized small town; however, for me, it is quite small.

    It's not just the small population that gave me this feeling, but the fact that there was one main street that ran maybe three blocks with only a handful of shops.

    Sweet potato lime soup

    Restaurants were never full except for Sunday morning breakfast, and the street was fast asleep by 11 pm on both Friday and Saturday nights. It was nice and peaceful and, most of all, homey.

    One of the fondest memories of my visit was food related. I grabbed lunch at a small cafe, one of the two found in the whole town, where the owner does all the cooking and baking and works 7 days a week.

    Her menu was very small, and there were limited options for me; however, it was the sweet potato lime soup that appealed to me the most.

    It seemed like a creative combination of flavors. Sweet potato soups, in general, are always good, but I find them more suitable for the colder seasons, as they are usually quite heavy and filling.

    That being said, just a hint of lime completely changes the taste profile, making it lighter and suitable for the summer season as well. Unfortunately, I did not walk out of that restaurant with her recipe, but the following recipe is a very close approximation and is just as delicious.

    Even though the lime juice makes this soup feel lighter, the use of sweet potatoes and coconut milk still makes this soup pretty filling. In some instances, it can even be enjoyed as the main dish of a meal alongside a simple salad.

    It's then a perfect occasion to eat less protein, which can be a healthy practice to do sporadically, as discussed in my article about the perfect macronutrient ratios. In a nutshell, eating less protein from time to time promotes autophagy, which is good for the immune system and eliminates infections.

    Like most paleo diet recipes, this one is not only delicious but also very nutritious. Both lime juice and sweet potatoes are great sources of vitamin C, while sweet potatoes are also good sources of potassium, vitamin B6, beta carotene, and manganese.

    Homemade chicken stock is a good source of gelatin and many trace minerals. Also, it goes without saying that both coconut milk and sweet potatoes are great sources of clean energy. Healthy saturated fat from the coconut milk and good starchy carbohydrates from the sweet potatoes.

    If you can't find them, you can omit the lime leaves from the recipe. Usually, though, you should be able to find them in most ethnic food stores.

    Sweet potato lime soup recipe

    Serves: 4

    Ingredients

    • 3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks;
    • 4 cups chicken stock;
    • 3 thin slices of fresh ginger;
    • 2 lime leaves;
    • ¾ cup coconut milk;
    • ½ cup water;
    • 2 tablespoon lime juice;
    • 2 tablespoon cilantro, finely chopped;
    • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste;
    Sweet potato lime soup Recipe Preparation

    Preparation

    1. In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the sweet potatoes, chicken stock, ginger, and lime leaves. Allow the contents to come o a boil, and then turn the heat down to medium-low and continue to simmer for about 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender to the touch.
    2. Remove the lime leaves and maybe even the ginger if you prefer. I kept the ginger in, as I love the taste; however, if you are not a huge fan, you will find that leaving it in makes it very strong.
    3. Remove the soup from the heat and use a hand mixer or a blender to blend the soup until completely smooth. Return the soup to low heat and mix in the coconut milk, water, and lime juice. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Stir well. You will know everything is mixed correctly once the coconut milk is completely blended in.
    4. You can remove the pot from the heat at this point and sprinkle the chopped cilantro on top prior to serving. I hope you'll enjoy it as much as I did!
    Sweet potato lime soup Recipe

    Sweet potato lime soup recipe

    A delicious pureed sweet potato soup with a twist. The addition of the lemon juice and lemon leaves gives it a very special taste that make this soup stand out.
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 30 mins
    Total Time 45 mins
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 people
    Calories 328 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 3 medium sweet potatoes peeled and cut into chunks
    • 4 cups chicken stock
    • 3 thin slices of fresh ginger
    • 2 lime leaves
    • ¾ cup coconut milk
    • ½ cup water
    • 2 tablespoon lime juice
    • 2 tablespoon cilantro finely chopped
    • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the sweet potatoes, chicken stock, ginger, and lime leaves. Allow the contents to come o a boil, and then turn the heat down to medium-low and continue to simmer for about 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender to the touch.
      3 medium sweet potatoes, 4 cups chicken stock, 3 thin slices of fresh ginger, 2 lime leaves
    • Remove the lime leaves and maybe even the ginger if you prefer. I kept the ginger in, as I love the taste however, if you are not a huge fan, you will find that leaving it in makes it very strong.
    • Remove the soup from the heat and use a hand mixer or a blender to blend the soup until completely smooth. Return the soup to low heat and mix in the coconut milk, water, and lime juice. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Stir well. You will know everything is mixed correctly once the coconut milk is completely blended in.
      ¾ cup coconut milk, 2 tablespoon lime juice, Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, ½ cup water
    • You can remove the pot from the heat at this point and sprinkle the chopped cilantro on top prior to serving. I hope you’ll enjoy it as much as I did!
      2 tablespoon cilantro

    Nutrition

    Calories: 328kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 443mgPotassium: 969mgFiber: 5gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 24180IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 69mgIron: 3mg
    Keyword lime, soup, sweet potato
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    Filed Under: Paleo Recipes, Paleo Soup Recipes Tagged With: cooking: stovetop, diet: dairy-free, diet: egg-free, diet: low-fodmap, diet: no sweeteners, diet: nut-free, diet: shellfish-free, good for leftovers, Paleo Autoimmune-Friendly Recipes, Paleo Budget-Friendly Recipes, Paleo Dinner Recipes

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