Easy Cream of Cauliflower Soup
Indulge in a bowl of velvety comfort with this Easy Cream of Cauliflower Soup, a one-pot wonder that's perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or elegant starters. Made with wholesome ingredients like tender cauliflower, aromatic garlic, and creamy vegetable broth, this soup achieves its luxuriously smooth texture with the help of an immersion blender. A touch of heavy cream adds richness, while warm notes of nutmeg elevate this classic dish to a restaurant-quality masterpiece. Ready in just 45 minutes from prep to table, it’s both quick and satisfying. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and herbal freshness, and pair it with crusty bread for the ultimate soul-soothing meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium Cauliflower head
- 1 medium Yellow onion
- 3 Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cups Vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Cut the cauliflower into florets and discard the tough central stem.
Peel and dice the yellow onion. Mince the garlic cloves.
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the cauliflower florets to the pot, followed by the vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and cook for 20 minutes, or until the cauliflower is fork-tender.
Using an immersion blender, carefully blend the soup directly in the pot until smooth. Alternatively, you can blend the soup in batches using a countertop blender, then return it to the pot.
Stir in the heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and ground nutmeg. Cook for another 5 minutes over low heat to heat through and meld the flavors.
Taste and adjust the seasonings, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1221 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.0 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.3 g | 152% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 4704 mg | 205% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 102.3 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.9 g | 103% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.7 g | ||
| Protein | 30.6 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 298 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 3103 mg | 66% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
