Sweet Potato Vichyssoise

A chilled vegetarian soup made by sautéing sweet potato, leeks, and onions, simmered in stock and finished with double cream.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 437.3 kcals 874.5 kcals
Carbohydrates 15.9 grams 31.8 grams
Fat 40.6 grams 81.2 grams
Protein 4.2 grams 8.4 grams
Cook Time
15 mins
Produces
2 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy
30
g
Liquids
200
ml
Chicken Stock
hot; can substitute vegetable stock
NutsSeeds
1
clove
Garlic
chopped
1
pinch
Salt
to taste
1
pinch
Black Pepper
freshly ground, to taste
1
handful
Chives
chopped, for garnish
OilsFats
15
ml
Vegetables
0.5
piece
Onion
finely chopped
100
g
Sweet Potato
chopped
1
piece
Leek
finely sliced

Steps

  • Heat the butter and oil in a saucepan and fry the onion until softened.
  • Add the garlic, sweet potato, and leek and sauté for 4 minutes.
  • Add the stock and bring the mixture to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, add double cream, and simmer for 3 minutes until thickened.
  • Season with salt and pepper, then remove from heat to cool.
  • Chill the soup in the fridge completely before serving.
  • Serve in bowls garnished with chopped chives.