Description
Light & Creamy Cauliflower Soup is the ultimate comfort food that combines warmth and rich flavor in every spoonful. This velvety soup is not only easy to make but also highly adaptable, allowing you to customize it according to your personal taste. Roasting the cauliflower enhances its natural sweetness, creating a delightful depth of flavor without heavy creams. Perfect for chilly evenings or as a starter for gatherings, this nutritious soup is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head of cauliflower (about 2 lbs)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup milk or plant-based alternative
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut cauliflower into florets.
- Toss florets with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until tender.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions for about 5-7 minutes until softened, then add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add roasted cauliflower and vegetable broth to the pot. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Blend until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
- Stir in milk or plant-based alternative over low heat until warmed through.
- Serve hot, garnishing with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending/Roasting
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 156
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 569mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 4mg