Description
Creamy cauliflower soup blends comfort and elegance in one delightful bowl. Rich, velvety textures and subtle roasted notes invite taste buds on a smooth culinary journey you will savor to the last spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 large head cauliflower
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 red onion
- 2 cloves garlic
Fats and Seasonings:
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Fine sea salt
Garnish:
- Parsley
- Chives
- Green onions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F and spread cauliflower florets on a baking sheet, drizzling with olive oil and sprinkling salt to achieve a golden, caramelized exterior.
- In a large pot, sauté diced onions in oil until translucent and tender, then introduce minced garlic and cook for an additional minute to release aromatic flavors.
- Pour vegetable broth into the pot, adding roasted cauliflower and reserving a few florets for decorative garnish later.
- Allow the mixture to simmer gently for approximately 20 minutes, ensuring cauliflower becomes tender and flavors meld together.
- Carefully transfer the soup to a blender, working in batches, and incorporate butter to create a smooth, velvety texture.
- Return blended soup to the pot, introducing fresh lemon juice and a hint of nutmeg to enhance the overall flavor profile.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed, ensuring a balanced and satisfying result.
- Ladle the creamy soup into serving bowls, garnishing with reserved roasted cauliflower florets and a sprinkle of fresh herbs for visual appeal and added freshness.
Notes
- Enhance roasting by spreading cauliflower in single layer for maximum caramelization and crispy edges.
- Boost flavor complexity by adding a splash of white wine during onion sautéing for deeper aromatic profile.
- Create dairy-free version by substituting butter with coconut cream or olive oil for vegan-friendly adaptation.
- Elevate texture variation by keeping some roasted cauliflower chunks unblended for rustic, hearty mouthfeel.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 7 mg