Vegan Cauliflower Soup Recipes

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.

CREAM OF CAULIFLOWER SOUP (VEGAN)

Steps:

• In a large 4-quart pot, saute onions in olive oil until clear.
• Pour in 6 cups of water, add seasonings and bring to a boil.
• Add celery, potatoes and carrots, and simmer over low heat until cooked.
• Place cashews and 2 cups water in a blender and blend until creamy and smooth.
• Add blended mixture to soup stock and bring to a boil, stirring consantly. Reduce heat.
• Add fresh cauliflower and peas 5 minutes before serving.

VEGAN ROASTED CAULIFLOWER SOUP

Steps:

• You can watch the video in the post for visual instructions.Soak cashews for a couple of hours or boil them for 15 minutes in water until they are soft.
• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
• Cut the cauliflower into florets, spread them on a baking tray (optionally lined with parchment paper), and drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil and a little salt. Toss with your hands and roast the cauliflower in the oven for about 30-35 minutes until nicely browned and tender. Set aside a few cauliflower florets for garnish.
• In a blender, combine all ingredients (add the broth & milk in batches if necessary) and blend until completely smooth.
• Taste the soup and adjust seasonings. If you prefer a spicy soup, add some red pepper flakes!
• If the cauliflower soup is too thick (it does get thicker as it sits), add a little bit more broth or plant-based milk and blend again.
• Transfer it to a pot and heat it until it's warm. Also, taste it and add more spices, if desired.
• Garnish with fresh parsley and the reserved cauliflower florets. Enjoy!

INSTANT POT® VEGAN CAULIFLOWER SOUP

Steps:

• Combine vegetable stock, cauliflower, potatoes, carrots, onion, salt, and pepper in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Close and lock the lid. Select Soup/Broth setting according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
• Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Use an immersion blender to carefully puree soup until smooth. Drizzle olive oil once soup is smooth with the blender running.
• Taste soup and season with more salt and pepper, if needed.