Creamy Cauliflower Kale Soup Vegan Gluten Free Oil Free Nut Free Recipes

CREAMY CAULIFLOWER KALE SOUP (VEGAN, GLUTEN FREE, OIL FREE, NUT FREE)

Steps:

• Boil cauliflower until fork tender, then strain and set aside.
• In a large frying pan or skillet over medium heat, caramelize onions with a touch of oil or broth, until aromatic and fragrant. Add garlic and sauté another 1-2 minutes.
• Next, add all remaining ingredients to blender (except shredded kale) and blend until smooth, adding additional veggie broth or water as needed to achieve desired texture. Taste, and adjust seasoning as needed as well. The texture should be pourable and velvety, like a creamy soup.
• Transfer mixture into a saucepan and bring to a simmer. Once soup is evenly heated, add kale and cook another few minutes, until lightly wilted down and tender, stirring occasionally.

VEGAN CAULIFLOWER SOUP

Steps:

• Start by prepping the onion and garlic. Cut the cauliflower into florets, they can be on the large side as you can break it down as it cooks.
• In a heavy bottom pan, heat the butter over medium heat, add the onion and saute for 6 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 1 minute more.
• Add the cauliflower, thyme, salt and pepper, and water/broth.
• Bring the chunky soup to a boil, cover, reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes, or until cauliflower is fork tender.
• Stir in the vegan cream or plant milk and lemon juice.
• Once soup is done, let rest for 10 minutes to cool. Using an immersion blender or cup blender, puree the soup until desired consistency. Season with more salt & pepper as needed. Heat over low until warmed through as needed.
• Serve with a few reserved toasted cauliflower pieces, drizzle of vegan cream and/or fresh cracked pepper. For a little heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or crushed mustard seeds. Pair with homemade Artisan Bread or soft and chewy Vegan Naan for soaking up the juices.
• Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 6 days in a covered container. To store longer, freeze for up to 2 - 3 months.