Creamy Cauliflower Bliss: Vegan Delight with Fresh Garnishes

Cream of Cauliflower Soup (Vegan)

🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
🥄 Servings: 6
🍲 Yield: –

Description:

This dairy-free “cream” soup, enriched with various garnishes, offers simplicity with a burst of flavor from a well-seasoned stock.

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 1 tablespoon soy margarine
• 2-4 onions
• 1 garlic clove
• 2 heads of cauliflower
• 2 potatoes
• 6 vegetable bouillon cubes
• 2 cups water
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 can great northern beans
• 1 broccoli floret
• 1 cup escarole
• 1 cup kale
• 3/4 cup green peas
• 1/2 red bell pepper
• Fresh herbs (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Preparation:

   • Heat the canola oil or soy margarine in a soup pot over medium heat.
   • Add the onions and garlic, sauté until golden, about 10 minutes.

2. Cooking:

   • Incorporate cauliflower, potatoes, water (with vegetable bouillon cubes), and ground coriander.
   • Ensure there’s enough broth to submerge all but about an inch of the vegetables.
   • Bring to a simmer, then gently simmer covered until vegetables are tender, approximately 25 minutes.

3. Pureeing:

   • Remove from heat and transfer the vegetables from the pot to a food processor or blender.
   • Puree in batches until smooth, ensuring half of the beans are pureed with each batch of vegetables.

4. Finishing:

   • Return the puree to the soup pot, stirring it into the remaining liquid.
   • Allow the soup to stand for 1-2 hours before serving, reheating as necessary.

5. Serving:

   • Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with 2-3 selected garnishes, such as fresh herbs, to add color and texture.

This vegan cream of cauliflower soup is a delightful blend of flavors, perfect for a cozy evening or a refreshing lunch. Enjoy the creamy texture and rich taste, knowing it’s entirely lactose-free and bursting with wholesome ingredients.