Description

This delicious cauliflower soup is creamy, cozy, and packed with comforting flavor, making it a perfect easy recipe for lunch, dinner ideas, or a healthy snack on chilly days. With tender cauliflower, garlic, onion, and a silky broth, this quick dinner delivers warm, satisfying food ideas that feel both wholesome and indulgent.

Ingredients

1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 tablespoons butter

1 medium yellow onion, diced

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 medium potato, peeled and diced

4 cups vegetable broth

1 cup whole milk

1/2 cup heavy cream

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika

2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme for garnish

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes for garnish

1 tablespoon olive oil for drizzling on top

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Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large pot over medium heat.

2. Add the diced onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 4 to 5 minutes.

3. Stir in the minced garlic, dried thyme, and smoked paprika, then cook for 30 seconds.

4. Add the cauliflower florets and diced potato to the pot.

5. Pour in the vegetable broth and season with salt and black pepper.

6. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 18 to 20 minutes until the vegetables are very tender.

7. Blend the soup with an immersion blender until smooth and creamy.

8. Stir in the milk, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese, then warm gently over low heat for 2 to 3 minutes.

9. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

10. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh thyme, red pepper flakes, and a light drizzle of olive oil before serving.

Notes

For deeper flavor, roast some of the cauliflower first and use it as a topping.

Blend in batches carefully if using a countertop blender so hot steam can escape safely.

For a lighter version, replace the heavy cream with extra milk or use half-and-half.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 265
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 23g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 35mg