**Indulge in a Delightful Culinary Journey with Cauliflower and Coriander Soup: A Symphony of Flavors**
Embark on a culinary adventure with our tantalizing cauliflower and coriander soup, a harmonious blend of flavors that will delight your palate. This creamy and comforting soup showcases the humble cauliflower, transformed into a culinary masterpiece with the vibrant flavors of coriander and a touch of heat from chili. Accompanying this main recipe are three additional variations to suit diverse preferences: a vegan version for those seeking a plant-based option, a roasted cauliflower soup for a smoky depth of flavor, and a cauliflower and potato soup for a classic and hearty twist. With step-by-step instructions and a treasure trove of cooking tips, this article equips you to create a symphony of flavors that will leave a lasting impression.
CAULIFLOWER AND CORIANDER SOUP
Make and share this Cauliflower and Coriander Soup recipe from Food.com.
Provided by spatchcock
Categories Cauliflower
Time 35m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large pot over moderate heat and saute the onion until tender but not browned, about 5 minutes.
- Add the cauliflower, chicken stock, coriander, salt, and pepper and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer covered until the cauliflower is very tender, about 30 minutes.
- Puree the soup in batches in an electric blender or with an immersion blender - it should be quite thick. Return to the pot and stir in the milk.
- Bring to a simmer, adjust the seasoning, and serve garnished with chopped herbs.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 246.3, Fat 13, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 20.7, Sodium 295.5, Carbohydrate 24.1, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 8.1, Protein 11.5
CURRIED CAULIFLOWER SOUP
This creamy cauliflower soup flavored with curry powder and fresh ginger is topped with crunchy, salty cashews.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a large wide pot or medium Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the ginger, garlic, onion, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is tender, about 8 minutes. Add the cauliflower and curry powder and continue to cook, stirring occasionally until the cauliflower is well coated in spice and slightly softened, about 5 minutes more. Add the broth and 2 1/2 cups water; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to maintain a simmer and cook until the cauliflower is very tender, about 20 minutes. Remove from the heat and cool slightly.
- Puree the soup in the pot with an immersion blender or, working in batches, transfer the soup to a blender and puree until smooth, being careful not to fill the carafe more than half full per batch (keep the lid cracked to allow steam to escape). Rewarm the soup over medium heat and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper. Ladle into 4 bowls and sprinkle with some cilantro and chopped cashews.
ROASTED CAULIFLOWER SOUP
The color of sunflowers, this gently spiced soup comes from Yasmin Khan's "Zaitoun: Recipes From the Palestinian Kitchen," in which Ms. Khan explains that cauliflower is elemental in Palestinian cooking. Here, cauliflower florets and leaves are roasted in the oven with cumin and coriander until browned, the vegetable's deep, nutty flavors coaxed out by the heat. Reserve some roasted florets and leaves for garnish, then simmer the remaining cauliflower mixture with turmeric and potato, which adds creamy texture to this thick, velvety soup. Sprinkle the soup with any remaining cauliflower, crunchy toasted almonds and as much fresh parsley as you'd like.
Provided by Mayukh Sen
Categories dinner, easy, lunch, weeknight, soups and stews, appetizer
Time 45m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 400 degrees. Arrange the chopped cauliflower, any cauliflower leaves and the onions on a large baking sheet. Drizzle with the olive oil and sprinkle with cumin, coriander, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Use your hands to mix everything together, then arrange in an even layer. Roast until the cauliflower is browned and cooked through but still has some bite, about 25 minutes.
- Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large saucepan over low heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Stir in the potato and turmeric, add the stock and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cover and cook until the potato is soft, about 10 minutes.
- When the cauliflower is done, reserve about 1 cup cauliflower for the topping (including leaves, if you have them) and add the remaining cauliflower and onions to the soup. Return the soup to a simmer and cook until flavors meld, about 5 minutes. Blitz with an immersion blender until smooth. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
- Toast the almonds in a dry skillet over low heat, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 4 minutes. When you are ready to serve, ladle the soup into warmed bowls. Top with the reserved roasted cauliflower and a scattering of almonds and parsley.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 266, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 1006 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams
CREAMY ROASTED CAULIFLOWER SOUP
This cauliflower soup recipe is the best! Roasted cauliflower makes it taste amazing, and a little butter (instead of cream) makes it luxuriously creamy. Recipe yields 4 bowls of soup.
Provided by Cookie and Kate
Categories Soup
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. If desired, line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- On the baking sheet, toss the cauliflower with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil until lightly and evenly coated in oil. Arrange the cauliflower in a single layer and sprinkle lightly with salt. Bake until the cauliflower is tender and caramelized on the edges, 25 to 35 minutes, tossing halfway.
- Once the cauliflower is almost done, in a Dutch oven or soup pot, warm the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat until shimmering. Add the onion and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and turning translucent, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 30 seconds, then add the broth.
- Reserve 4 of the prettiest roasted cauliflower florets for garnish. Then transfer the remaining cauliflower to the pot. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat as necessary to maintain a gentle simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes, to give the flavors time to meld.
- Once the soup is done cooking, remove the pot from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes. Then, carefully transfer the hot soup to a blender, working in batches if necessary. (Do not fill past the maximum fill line or the soup could overflow!)
- Add the butter and blend until smooth. Add the lemon juice and nutmeg and blend again. Add additional salt, to taste (I usually add another 1/4 to 3/4 teaspoon, depending on the broth). This soup tastes amazing once it's properly salted! You can also a little more lemon juice, if it needs more zing. Blend again.
- Top individual bowls of soup with 1 roasted cauliflower floret and a sprinkle of chopped parsley, green onion and/or chives. This soup keeps well in the refrigerator, covered, for about four days, or for several months in the freezer.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 bowl (recipe based on total of 3/4 teaspoon salt and regular-not low-sodium-vegetable broth), Calories 227 calories, Sugar 7.7 g, Sodium 1043.7 mg, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 18.1 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 5 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg
CAULIFLOWER SOUP
Every other cauliflower soup recipe I tried lacked flavor, but this cheesy recipe packs a tasty punch! We like it with hot pepper sauce for a little extra kick. -Debbie Ohlhausen, Chilliwack, British Columbia
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings (about 2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, combine the cauliflower, carrot, celery, water and bouillon. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender (do not drain)., In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat. Stir in the cheese until melted, adding hot pepper sauce if desired. Stir into the cauliflower mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 617mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
LEMONY CARROT AND CAULIFLOWER SOUP
The beauty of a soup like this - other than its bone-warming properties - is that you don't need a recipe. You can pretty much simmer together any combination of vegetables with a little water or broth, purée it, top it with good olive oil and salt, and end up with something good to eat. The addition of miso paste and crushed coriander to the broth, and fresh lemon and cilantro at the end, zips things up without negating the comfort factor.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, lunch, weeknight, soups and stews, appetizer, main course
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large, dry pot over medium heat, toast coriander seeds until fragrant and dark golden-brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a mortar and pestle and coarsely crush.
- Return the pot to medium heat. Add the oil and heat until warm. Stir in onion; cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and lightly colored, 7 to 10 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook 1 minute.
- Add carrots, crushed coriander, salt and 6 cups water to the pot. Stir in the miso until it dissolves. Bring mixture to a simmer and cook, uncovered, 5 minutes. Stir in cauliflower and cook, covered, over medium-low heat until the vegetables are very tender, about 10 minutes.
- Remove the soup from the heat. Using an immersion blender, purée the soup until smooth. (Alternatively, you can let soup cool slightly then purée it in batches in a food processor or blender.) If necessary, return the puréed soup to the heat to warm through. Stir in the lemon zest and juice just before serving. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with chile, sea salt and cilantro leaves.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 189, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 787 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams
CHILLED CORN CAULIFLOWER SOUP
Enjoy the great taste of sweet corn on the cob with this delicious chilled soup they'll be asking for more of.
Provided by Carol Castellucci Miller
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Swanson®
Time 4h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat; add cauliflower, onions, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover. Cook until onions are softened, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes. Add corn and garlic; cover. Cook 4 minutes; add Swanson® Chicken Broth and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Increase heat to medium-high; bring to a boil. Remove from heat.
- Place half of corn mixture in a blender. Cover and hold lid down; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend. Blend until smooth. Repeat procedure with remaining corn mixture. Chill at least 4 hours.
- Serve chilled soup with your choice of garnishes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 200.8 calories, Carbohydrate 27.1 g, Cholesterol 2.5 mg, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 784.9 mg, Sugar 5.8 g
Tips:
- For a smoother soup, blend it until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Add more or less vegetable broth depending on your desired soup thickness.
- Add a touch of lemon juice or vinegar for a bit of brightness.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley for an extra pop of flavor.
- If you want a spicier soup, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
Conclusion:
Cauliflower and coriander soup is a delicious, nutritious, and easy-to-make meal. It's perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and it can be enjoyed hot or cold. With its creamy texture, tangy flavor, and vibrant color, this soup is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful soup, give this cauliflower and coriander soup a try.
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