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“Bowl of roasted cauliflower soup garnished with a golden cauliflower floret, fresh parsley, and a drizzle of olive oil.”

cauliflower soup

A creamy, cozy roasted cauliflower soup made with golden-brown florets, onions, garlic, and broth. Silky smooth, naturally thick, and full of nutty flavor — perfect for cold nights or easy meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 5 bowls
Course: Soup Main Dish
Cuisine: Soup Main Dish
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large head cauliflower - Cut into florets
  • 1 medium yellow onion - Diced
  • 3 cloves garlic -Minced
  • 3 cups vegetable or chicken broth - Enough to cover cauliflower
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil - Or butter
  • ½ cup heavy cream -Or milk optional
  • ½ teaspoon salt - To taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper - Freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder - For roasting
  • ½ teaspoon thyme - Fresh or dried
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes - Optional
  • 1 leaf bay leaf - Adds flavor while simmering
  • ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg -Subtle warmth
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice - Or white wine for brightness
  • Parmesan cheese - For serving

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot or Dutch oven (For simmering soup)
  • 1 Rimmed baking sheet (For roasting cauliflower)
  • 1 Immersion blender or blender (To puree the soup)
  • 1 Chef’s knife (For chopping vegetables)
  • 1 Wooden Spoon (For stirring)

Method
 

  1. Toss ⅓ of the cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Roast for 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
    “Diced onions and garlic sautéing in a pan with a wooden spoon until soft and golden, creating the flavor base for cauliflower soup.”
  2. Sauté onion and garlic in butter or olive oil in a large pot for 5–6 minutes until soft.
  3. Add raw cauliflower, broth, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15–20
    “Creamy cauliflower soup base in a stainless steel pot being whisked with flour and black pepper for thickening.”
  4. Add roasted cauliflower and simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Blend the soup with an immersion blender until smooth. Add cream or milk and adjust seasoning.

Nutrition

Serving: 350gCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 7gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 540mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 620IUVitamin C: 75mgCalcium: 130mgIron: 1.2mg

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be considered an approximation. Actual values may vary based on specific ingredients used and portion sizes

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