Creamy Cauliflower Soup

This creamy cauliflower soup is a comforting and nutritious dish, perfect for a low-carb diet. Its velvety texture and rich flavors make it a delightful choice for any meal.

Ingredients

• Cauliflower - 300 grams, chopped
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Heavy cream - 100 ml
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Nutmeg - 1/4 teaspoon
• Chives - for garnish (optional)

Steps

1. In a medium pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the diced onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
3. Stir in the chopped cauliflower and vegetable broth, then bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 15-20 minutes until the cauliflower is tender.
5. Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer to a blender in batches.
6. Stir in the heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Heat through for another 2-3 minutes.
7. Serve hot, garnished with chopped chives if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins C and K from cauliflower.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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