Easy 3-Ingredient Cauliflower Soup Recipe
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This 3-ingredient cauliflower soup is creamy, low-carb, and ready in about 30 minutes. It’s a simple, healthy soup that comes together fast but still feels satisfying. Smooth, flavorful, and surprisingly hearty, it works well for a quick lunch or a light, easy dinner.
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Recipe Highlights
⏱️Prep Time: 10 Minutes
⏱️Cook Time: 20 Minutes
⏱️Total Time: 30 Minutes
🍽️Serves: 4 – easy to scale up or down
✔️ This soup comes together quickly: simmer the cauliflower, onion and garlic until tender, then blend until smooth.
✔️Add water or broth slowly after blending to adjust the thickness.
Here is What You Will Need
Ingredients
- Cauliflower
- Onion, chopped
- Garlic
- Water or Vegetable broth
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How to Make 3-Ingredient Cauliflower Soup
- Simmer the cauliflower: Place a cup of water in a saucepan and simmer until tender – about 25 minutes.
- Blend the tender, cooked cauliflower with an immersion blender until smooth, achieving a consistency similar to that of mashed potatoes.
- Whisk in water or broth until creamy and a consistency you like.
Tips
- To achieve the perfect consistency, gradually add the liquid to the soup.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste just before serving.
- Experiment with texture; if you prefer a chunky soup over a silky smooth soup, remove some of the florets before blending and add them back in after the soup has been blended.
- Save time and buy pre-cut cauliflower from your grocery store.
How to Store Leftovers
Let the cauliflower soup cool to room temperature before storing it. Transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze the soup in portion sized container for up to 3 months. When reheating, add a splash of water or broth if needed to loosen the texture.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this soup for lunch or dinner topped with a dollop of Greek yogurt, a sprinkle of shredded cheese, or a drizzle of olive oil. Pair it with:
Recipe Variations
This comforting cauliflower soup is a simple base with plenty of room to make it your own. Once you have the basic soup, try one of these easy ways to boost the flavor or change it up.
- Creamy – Add richness with a splash of heavy cream or coconut milk, or you can stir in 1 to 2 tablespoons of Greek yogurt.
- Cheesy – Stir in a handful of shredded cheddar cheese just before serving. For a dairy-free option, add a spoonful of nutritional yeast.
- Herbs – Finish the soup with fresh herbs like thyme, chives, rosemary or parsley.
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Recipe FAQs
The base recipe uses cauliflower florets, onion, and garlic. Water is used for cooking and thinning, and you season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Yes. Water works well because cauliflower has a strong flavor on its own. If you want a deeper taste, swap in vegetable stock or chicken broth, then thin the soup to your preferred consistency.
Yes, you can! This is a great option for larger batches. Cook the cauliflower, onions, and garlic with a little bit of water in a slow cooker for 5 to 6 hours. Blend, add water to adjust consistency, and season to taste.
Yes. Use about 6 to 7 cups of frozen florets and cook until tender. You may need a little extra cook time before blending.
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3 Ingredient Cauliflower Soup Recipe – Easy and Delicious!
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 Head Cauliflower medium in size
- 1 Onion small, chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic chopped or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 cups Water or Vegetable broth
Instructions
- Rinse the cauliflower and trim it into sized pieces. Chop the onions and garlic.
- Place the prepared cauliflower, onions and garlic into a saucepan with one cup of water. Cover and cook over medium heat for about 20 minutes. The cauliflower should be soft and mushy.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the cauliflower into a mixture that is similar to the consistency of mashed potatoes. Gradually add the remaining water or broth stirring with a whisk until the soup reaches a texture that you like. Adjust the flavor and serve.
Notes
- To achieve the perfect consistency, gradually add the liquid to the soup.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste just before serving.
- Experiment with texture; if you prefer a chunky soup over a silky smooth soup, remove some of the florets before blending and add them back in after the soup has been blended.
- Save time and buy pre-cut cauliflower from your grocery store.
Nutrition
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and can vary based on cooking methods and ingredients used
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