Dairy Free Za'atar-Tahini Sweet Potato Soup

Total time50 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time35 min

Dairy Free Za'atar-Tahini Sweet Potato Soup

This velvety soup gets its deep color and warmth from turmeric, cumin, and a generous hit of za'atar, all bloomed in olive oil until the kitchen smells incredible. Sweet potatoes simmer until fork-tender, then blend down into a silky, spoonable base with no cream needed to get there. A quick tahini-lemon swirl adds a nutty, tangy finish that ripples across the top of each bowl, while a final drizzle of olive oil and extra za'atar brings brightness and crunch. Fresh ginger and garlic keep the flavor lively, and a scatter of parsley finishes things off with color and freshness. It's a cozy, nourishing bowl that fits neatly into a dairy free routine without sacrificing that rich, creamy texture you want from a good sweet potato soup. Make it on a weeknight or scale it up for a crowd — either way, it holds up beautifully.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the soup

2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
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Bertolli Extra Virgin D'Italiia Olive Oil 16.9oz
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1 medium yellow onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and grated
1 ½ tbsp za'atar
1 tsp ground turmeric
½ tsp ground cumin
¼ tsp cayenne pepper
2 lbs sweet potatoes (about 3 medium), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
½ tsp salt, plus more to taste
¼ tsp black pepper

For the tahini swirl

3 tbsp tahini
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp water

For serving

1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
½ tsp za'atar, for garnish
2 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)

Instructions

1
Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5–6 minutes.
2
Add the garlic and ginger and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Watch closely so the garlic does not brown.

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