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September 16, 2025
Spiced Sweet Potato Dahl Recipe
Spiced sweet potato dahl creates a deliciously thick Indian lentil soup enriched with tender sweet potatoes and fresh baby spinach. This nutritious vegetarian dish combines protein-rich lentils with the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes for a perfectly balanced meal. The delicate spice blend enhances the earthy flavors without overwhelming the subtle sweetness of the vegetables. Perfect for scooping up with warm naan bread, this hearty soup provides comfort and nutrition in every bowl. This healthy and satisfying dish proves that vegetarian cooking can be both flavorful and filling.
A delicious thick Indian lentil soup, with delicate spices, sweet potato, and baby spinach. Delicious scooped up with naan breads!
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
33 mins
Total Time:
48 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon butter, or to taste
1 red onion, chopped
2 tablespoons dukka
1 tablespoon garam masala
1 clove garlic, crushed
2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
5 ¾ cups vegetable broth
1 ½ cups red lentils
1 small bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
3 ½ ounces baby spinach leaves
ground black pepper to taste
Directions
Heat oil and butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, dukkah, garam masala, and garlic; cook and stir until onion softens, about 5 minutes. Stir in sweet potatoes; cook until lightly browned, 3 to 5 minutes.
Pour vegetable broth into the pot; stir in lentils and cilantro. Simmer, partially covered, until lentils are tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Add spinach; simmer until wilted, about 5 minutes more. Season dahl with black pepper.
Cook’s Note:
Dukka is an Egyptian spice mix made of toasted and blended cumin, coriander, and sesame seeds.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 386 | Calories |
| 8g | Fat |
| 66g | Carbs |
| 17g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
| Calories 386 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 8g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat 1g | 7% |
| Cholesterol 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium 568mg | 25% |
| Total Carbohydrate 66g | 24% |
| Dietary Fiber 14g | 49% |
| Total Sugars 11g | |
| Protein 17g | 34% |
| Vitamin C 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium 116mg | 9% |
| Iron 5mg | 26% |
| Potassium 1082mg | 23% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
