Best 2 Easy Cauliflower Soup Recipes

Cauliflower soup is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a light lunch or a hearty dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover cauliflower. With its creamy texture and delicate flavor, cauliflower soup is a favorite among many. This article will provide you with a collection of easy-to-follow recipes for cauliflower soup, so you can easily make this delicious and comforting dish at home. From classic creamy cauliflower soup to unique and flavorful variations, this article has something for everyone.

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EASY CURRIED CAULIFLOWER SOUP

Easy Curried Cauliflower Soup image

I found a really good basic cauliflower soup recipe and modified it. This soup is easy, healthy, and so good! It's really good with a little bit of butter or sour cream as a garnish.

Provided by Stacey Dodd

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Cauliflower

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed
½ onion, sliced, or to taste
3 carrots, cut into 1/2-inch slices
½ red bell pepper, sliced
3 cloves garlic, peeled, or more to taste
1 head cauliflower, chopped
1 (32 fluid ounce) container chicken stock, or as needed
2 tablespoons yellow curry powder
1 tablespoon butter
4 dashes hot sauce (such as Tapatio®), or more to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat; cook and stir onion, carrots, red bell pepper, and garlic until tender and softened, 5 to 10 minutes. Add cauliflower to vegetable mixture and pour in chicken broth; bring to a boil. Cook soup until cauliflower is tender, about 10 minutes.
Remove pot from heat and blend soup using a hand blender until smooth.
Place pot over low heat and add curry powder, butter, hot sauce, salt, and pepper to soup; simmer until flavors have blended, about 15 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75.1 calories, Carbohydrate 9.6 g, Cholesterol 4.2 mg, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 403.3 mg, Sugar 4 g

EASY CAULIFLOWER SOUP WITH FRESH GINGER

Easy Cauliflower Soup with Fresh Ginger image

I never cared for cauliflower or fresh ginger, but I love this simple and tasty recipe. It's even better served with garlic or crusty bread.

Provided by CHRISWELLSW

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Cauliflower

Time 50m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 teaspoons olive oil
½ cup chopped onion
1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
3 cups chicken stock
1 (1 inch) piece fresh ginger, chopped
1 ½ teaspoons sea salt
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat; cook and stir onion until fragrant, 1 minute. Add cauliflower and cover. Cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly tender, 10 minutes. Add chicken stock, ginger, and salt; season with black pepper. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer until cauliflower is tender, 30 minutes. Cool slightly.
Pour soup into a blender no more than half full. Cover and hold lid down; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend. Puree in batches until smooth. Return to pot and warm over low heat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.5 calories, Carbohydrate 28.4 g, Cholesterol 1.1 mg, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 11.5 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 2476.7 mg, Sugar 12.6 g

Tips:

Choose the right cauliflower: Look for a cauliflower with a compact, white head and no signs of browning or bruising.
Roast the cauliflower before cooking: Roasting the cauliflower brings out its natural sweetness and flavor.
Use a good quality vegetable broth: The quality of the broth you use will directly impact the flavor of the soup.
Don't overcook the soup: Cauliflower soup is best when it is slightly chunky, so don't overcook it.
Season the soup to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste.
Garnish the soup with fresh herbs: Fresh herbs like parsley, chives, or thyme add a nice finishing touch to the soup.

Conclusion:

Cauliflower soup is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can have a delicious bowl of cauliflower soup in no time. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful soup, give this cauliflower soup recipe a try.