Description
Creamy Roasted Cauliflower Soup with sharp cheddar cheese and roasted garlic. A rich vegetarian comfort soup perfect for cozy evenings.
Ingredients
1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets (4–5 cups)
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 head garlic
1 medium yellow onion, diced
4 cups vegetable broth
½ teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
1 heaping cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Sliced green onion for garnish
Extra cheddar for topping
Croutons or toasted sourdough bread
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Add cauliflower florets to the sheet, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss.
3. Prepare garlic by trimming the top, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and place on sheet.
4. Roast cauliflower and garlic for 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway.
5. Sauté diced onion in olive oil for 5-8 minutes until translucent.
6. Blend roasted cauliflower, squeezed roasted garlic, onion, broth, salt, and pepper until smooth.
7. Return to pot and simmer over medium heat.
8. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and simmer 10-15 minutes.
9. Adjust seasoning, garnish with green onion and cheddar, and serve.
Notes
For extra creaminess, add a splash of milk.
For dairy-free, omit cheddar.
Serve with crusty sourdough for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting and Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Roasted Cauliflower Soup, Cauliflower Soup, Cheddar Cheese, Roasted Garlic, Vegetarian, Creamy Soup