The good stuff:

• This is a very rich soup- great if you’re looking for energy in warm, liquid form.
• And before I start praising the health benefits of sweet potatoes…did you know there are 400 varieties of sweet potatoes? (isn’t nature amazing?!)
• This delicious root vegetable is rich in Vitamin C, potassium and B6 (good for energy). The orange varieties are especially rich in beta-carotene, an important antioxidant that helps keeps your body strong and your skin glowing!
• Most studies however indicate that you get the most out of sweet potatoes if they are accompanied with a source of fat- which helps with vitamin & mineral absorption. This soup, which includes peanuts and coconut milk, does just that 🙂

You’ll need:

• 2 sweet potatoes, washed. Keep skin on (full of nutrients)
• 3-4 carrots, washed
• 2 cups coconut milk
• 1-2 cups water
• Unsalted peanuts, pureed in a food processor OR 1 generous tablespoon of peanut butter
• 1 tbsp cumin
• Ginger, grated
• Salt
• Cilantro, chopped

The process: 

• Chop the sweet potatoes and carrots into chunky cubes. Boil until soft (but not mushy). Set aside.
• In a blender, add the coconut milk, peanut butter (homemade or store bought), cumin, ginger and whizz.
• Then add the sweet potatoes, carrots and 1 cup water and whizz some more- until smooth.
• Transfer this mixture to a pot, throw in a good handful of chopped fresh cilantro, and cook on medium heat for 5-7 minutes. Taste and season with salt.
• Serve in bowls, top off with more fresh cilantro and some chopped peanuts as optional garnish.