Sweet Potato and Bok Choy Soup
I wanted a bok choy recipe because bok choy is one of the most nutrient-dense foods out there. I first tried a bok choy stir-fry with a ginger vinaigrette–yuck. This soup recipe is courtesy of a new friend in my Vegan Support Group, and beautifully highlights the bok choy flavor without being in-your-face. I think the red pepper flakes make a big difference. Thanks, Laura!
Sweet Potato and Bok Choy Soup
Sweet Potato and Bok Choy Soup
Author: Laura
Recipe type: Soup
Serves: 4
Ingredients
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 leeks, white part only, roughly chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- pinch red pepper flakes
- 2 medium carrots, chopped into coins
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 large sweet potato, peeled and roughly chopped
- 1 tsp ground thyme
- 1 tsp ground parsley
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 large bok choy or 3 baby bok choy, washed and chopped
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Saute the onion, leeks, garlic and red pepper flakes in a large pot over medium heat until the vegetables soften, about 3 minutes.
- Add the carrots, celery, sweet potato, thyme, parsley and sauté 3 minutes.
- Add the broth and increase the heat to high. Bring the mixture to a boil, then return to a simmer and cook until the vegetables soften, about 30 minutes.
- Stir in the bok choy and cook for another 5 minutes, or until soft.
- Stir in the black pepper and serve.
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very good recipe… I add some bean sprouts, broccoli, and a little soy sauce in the end. My 6 year old loves this soup!