African Peanut Soup with Mustard Greens
Warm up with a bowl of vibrant and nourishing African Peanut Soup with Mustard Greens, a rich and hearty dish that pairs creamy peanut butter with the earthiness of mustard greens and the sweetness of tender sweet potatoes. Infused with aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika, this wholesome soup delivers a delightful balance of flavors in every spoonful. A touch of tomato paste enhances its savory depth, while fresh ginger and garlic add a bright, fragrant kick. Topped with optional garnishes of chopped cilantro and roasted peanuts for added crunch and freshness, this one-pot recipe is as comforting as it is nutritious. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner, this plant-based soup is ready in just 50 minutes and serves four. Keywords: African Peanut Soup, mustard greens soup, peanut butter soup, plant-based stew, hearty vegetable soup.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup natural creamy peanut butter
- 1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups mustard greens, stems removed and leaves chopped
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 0.25 cup roasted peanuts, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the tomato paste and stir, cooking for 1-2 minutes to deepen its flavor.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes and cook for another minute.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
Whisk in the peanut butter until fully incorporated and smooth.
Add the diced sweet potato, ground coriander, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Simmer the soup for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sweet potato is tender.
Stir in the chopped mustard greens, allowing them to wilt and cook for 2-3 minutes.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro and chopped roasted peanuts, if desired.
Serve hot and enjoy your nutritious African Peanut Soup with Mustard Greens!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
488 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.2 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1233 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.6 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.8 g | ||
| Protein | 19.5 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 192 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1458 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
