Creamy Cauliflower Leek Soup

Cauliflower is a versatile vegetable that is low in calories and high in vitamins and minerals. It is often used as a substitute for higher-carb ingredients in dishes like this creamy soup.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Creamy Cauliflower Leek Soup

Cooking Method: Blending, Boiling Cuisine: International Courses: Gluten free, Lunch, Soup, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 720

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 gram Cauliflower
• 1 piece Leek
• 1 piece Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 4 cup Vegetable broth
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Chives

Instructions

1. Chop the cauliflower, leek, onion, and garlic.
2. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and cook until softened.
3. Add the chopped cauliflower, leek, and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the cauliflower is tender.
4. Use an immersion blender or transfer the soup to a blender, and blend until smooth.
5. Return the blended soup to the pot and stir in the heavy cream. Season with salt and black pepper.
6. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
7. Serve hot, garnished with chopped chives.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 18g6%

Sugars 6g

Protein 6g12%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.