Cauliflower Soup
This creamy Cauliflower Soup is a comforting bowl of velvety goodness, perfect for cozy evenings or light lunches. With just 15 minutes of prep and 45 minutes of cooking, it’s a fuss-free dish that delivers rich, savory flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 medium head cauliflower, about 2 pounds
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 shallots, peeled and quartered
- 4 garlic cloves, unpeeled
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- Leaves from 5 fresh thyme sprigs
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- ½ tablespoon white miso paste
- ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, plus more to taste
- Microgreens, for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Chop the cauliflower including the core pieces. Transfer to the baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to coat and spread evenly on the baking sheet.
- Wrap the shallot and garlic cloves, along with a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of salt, in a piece of aluminum foil and place it on the baking sheet with the cauliflower.
- Roast for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the cauliflower is browned around the edges.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, bring the vegetable broth to a simmer over medium heat.
- Add the roasted cauliflower, shallots, peeled garlic, and thyme and simmer, covered, for 15 minutes.
- Let cool slightly and transfer to a blender.
- Add the olive oil, miso paste, mustard, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth.
- Season to taste with ¼ to ½ teaspoon more salt and more lemon juice.
- Garnish with microgreens, if desired, and serve.
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