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Creamy Cauliflower Soup

Creamy Cauliflower Soup with Mediterranean Magic

This creamy cauliflower soup is a comforting, healthy dish infused with Mediterranean spices, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 4 pounds Cauliflower fresh heads
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly cracked
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil for roasting
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Sweet Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Sumac
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Turmeric
  • 4 cups Low-Sodium Vegetable Broth
  • 1 cup Whole Milk or Dairy-Free Alternative e.g. unsweetened almond milk
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice fresh
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill chopped, stir in before serving

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • Large pot
  • Immersion Blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Cauliflower Soup
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Cut the fresh cauliflower into uniform florets and place them on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Roast the cauliflower for approximately 45 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  4. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion until soft, then add garlic and spices, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  5. Add 3/4 of the roasted cauliflower to the pot with vegetable broth and a splash of water. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  6. Blend the soup to your desired consistency using an immersion blender.
  7. Return the soup to low heat. Stir in milk, lemon juice, and reserved roasted cauliflower, then add dill before serving.

Notes

Pair with rustic bread or a refreshing salad for an upgraded experience.