Plantation Soup

Warm and hearty, Plantation Soup is a celebration of fresh, wholesome ingredients and bold, smoky spices that come together to create a comforting meal perfect for any season. This vibrant vegetable-packed soup features tender chunks of sweet potatoes, nutrient-rich kale, and creamy black beans, simmered in a spiced vegetable broth infused with smoked paprika, cumin, and fresh thyme. Sweet bursts of corn and a zesty splash of lemon juice elevate the flavors, while a garnish of fresh parsley or cilantro adds a touch of brightness. Ready in under an hour, this one-pot recipe is not only easy to make but also vegan-friendly, gluten-free, and packed with nourishing goodness. Whether served with crusty bread or cornbread, this flavorful soup will quickly become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion
• 4 garlic cloves
• 2 celery stalks
• 2 medium carrots
• 2 medium sweet potatoes
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 2 cups kale leaves
• 1.5 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
• 1.5 cups black beans (cooked or canned, drained and rinsed)
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley or cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion, mince the garlic, and dice the celery and carrots. Add them to the pot and sauté for 5 minutes or until softened.

Step 3

Peel and dice the sweet potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes. Add them to the pot along with smoked paprika, ground cumin, and thyme. Stir well to coat the vegetables in the spices and cook for 2 more minutes.

Step 4

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the soup simmer for 20 minutes until the sweet potatoes are tender.

Step 5

While the soup simmers, roughly chop the kale leaves, removing any tough stems.

Step 6

After 20 minutes, add the kale, corn kernels, and black beans to the soup. Stir and cook for another 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Season the soup with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to brighten the flavors.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro, if desired.

Step 9

Serve warm with crusty bread or cornbread on the side for a satisfying meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3018.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1872.0

Total Fat 48.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7980.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 313.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 67.7g	0%
Total Sugars 72.1g
Protein 73.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 898.2mg	0%
Iron 24.6mg	0%
Potassium 6255.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.1%

Protein: 14.8%

Carbs: 63.1%