Name: Creamy Roasted Cauliflower Soup
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into small florets; 2 large shallots, halved lengthwise; 6 cloves garlic, smashed; 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 0.5 teaspoon salt, divided; 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth, warmed; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 2 tablespoons pine nuts or sliced almonds, toasted; Crushed red pepper & chopped fresh oregano for garnish

Creamy Roasted Cauliflower Soup

3.7

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3 Reviews

This roasted cauliflower soup recipe is the perfect balance of texture and flavor. Lemon juice adds brightness while crushed red pepper adds a touch of heat. Toasted nuts bring a bit of crunch to this creamy soup.

Melissa Gray

Published on September 14, 2021

Creamy Roasted Cauliflower Soup — Photo: Antonis Achilleos

Active Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

50 mins

Servings:

Nutrition Profile:

Egg Free Gluten-Free Soy-Free Vegetarian

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Ingredients

1 medium head cauliflower, cut into small florets
2 large shallots, halved lengthwise
6 cloves garlic, smashed
½ teaspoon ground cumin
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
½ teaspoon salt, divided
4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth, warmed
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons pine nuts or sliced almonds, toasted
Crushed red pepper & chopped fresh oregano for garnish

Directions

Preheat oven to 425°F. Combine cauliflower, shallots, garlic, cumin, 2 tablespoons oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt on a large rimmed baking sheet; toss until fully coated. Spread in an even layer. Roast for 15 minutes; remove and discard garlic. Stir the vegetables and continue roasting until caramelized and tender, about 10 minutes more.
Reserve 1/2 cup roasted cauliflower florets for garnish. Working in batches, combine the remaining cauliflower mixture, warm broth and butter in a blender (use caution when blending hot liquids). Secure the lid on the blender and remove the center piece to allow steam to escape; place a clean towel over the opening. Process until smooth, about 30 seconds. Transfer the mixture to a large saucepan. (Alternatively, combine the cauliflower mixture, warmed broth and butter in a large saucepan. Using an immersion blender, process until smooth, 5 to 7 minutes.) Bring the soup to a simmer over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in lemon juice and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt.
Divide evenly among 4 bowls; top with the reserved cauliflower florets and sprinkle with pine nuts (or almonds). Drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Garnish with crushed red pepper and oregano, if desired.

To make ahead

Refrigerate soup (Steps 1-2) for up to 5 days or freeze for up 2 months. Reheat and add garnishes (Step 3) when ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

246	Calories
20g	Fat
16g	Carbs
4g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 246
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 16g	6%
Dietary Fiber 5g	18%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 4g	8%
Total Fat 20g	26%
Saturated Fat 6g	30%
Cholesterol 15mg	5%
Vitamin A 1431IU	29%
Sodium 472mg	21%
Potassium 571mg	12%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.