Vegetarian Za'atar-Tahini Sweet Potato Soup

Total time50 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time35 min

Vegetarian Za'atar-Tahini Sweet Potato Soup

This velvety soup gets its warmth from a generous blend of za'atar, turmeric, cumin, and a hint of cayenne, all bloomed in olive oil with softened onion, garlic, and fresh ginger before the sweet potatoes go in. Simmered until fork-tender and blended until silky-smooth, it's the kind of soup that feels both cozy and bright at the same time. The real showstopper is the tahini swirl — a simple whisk of tahini, lemon juice, and water that drapes over each bowl in ribbons, adding nutty richness and a citrusy lift. A final drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkle of za'atar, and some chopped parsley finish it off with color and crunch. It's a comforting, spice-forward bowl that fits beautifully into a vegetarian kitchen, whether you're serving it as a starter or making it the main event with warm bread on the side.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the soup

2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
Private Selection Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil
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
Chef's tip
Use the same amount of low-sodium vegetable broth. The dish will be a little lighter in flavor than with 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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