Description
Experience a bowl of pure comfort with this silky, velvety cauliflower soup. Perfectly seasoned and incredibly easy to prepare, this dish is a sophisticated yet simple meal ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or an elegant starter. The deep savory notes are enhanced by smoky paprika and topped with crispy turkey bacon, making it a wholesome and soul-warming experience that proves healthy eating is truly delicious.
Ingredients
1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups vegetable broth
1/2 cup heavy cream (or full-fat coconut milk)
4 strips of crispy turkey bacon, crumbled
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh chives, chopped for garnish
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and sauté the onion for 5 minutes until translucent.
Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add cauliflower florets and cook for 3 minutes.
Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil.
Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes until the cauliflower is fork-tender.
Use an immersion blender to process the soup until perfectly smooth.
Stir in the heavy cream and smoked paprika, then season with salt and pepper.
Ladle into bowls and garnish with crumbled turkey bacon and fresh chives.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For a thinner soup, add an extra half-cup of broth before blending. For a dairy-free version, swap the heavy cream for full-fat canned coconut milk or a cashew cream base. You can also add a half-cup of sharp cheddar cheese for a cheesy variation.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 35mg