Pasta and Cauliflower Soup
Cozy up with a bowl of hearty Pasta and Cauliflower Soup, a comforting one-pot meal that's as nutritious as it is delicious. This recipe combines tender cauliflower florets, sautéed aromatic vegetables, and a medley of dried herbs like thyme and oregano, all simmered in a flavorful vegetable broth. Small pasta shapes such as shells or elbow macaroni are added to the mix, making each spoonful satisfyingly textured. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this soup is ready in under 45 minutes and can be served as a light entrée or paired with crusty bread for a complete meal. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese for the ultimate finishing touch. This wholesome and easy-to-make recipe is perfect for vegetarians and anyone seeking a warm, soul-soothing dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 diced celery stalks
- 1 large, diced carrot
- 1 medium, cut into small florets cauliflower
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup dried pasta (e.g., small shells or elbow macaroni)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup, grated parmesan cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, celery, and carrot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the cauliflower florets to the pot and stir to combine.
Sprinkle the dried thyme and oregano over the vegetables, stirring to ensure they're evenly coated.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the soup to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes until the cauliflower is tender.
Add the pasta to the simmering soup and cook according to the pasta package instructions, about 8-10 minutes, until the pasta is al dente.
Season the soup with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with grated parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve hot and enjoy your Pasta and Cauliflower Soup!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
437 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.6 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 13 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 1683 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.3 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.1 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.5 g | ||
| Protein | 20.2 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 306 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1584 mg | 34% | |
*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.
