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Mediterranean Cauliflower Soup

A creamy and aromatic soup featuring roasted cauliflower, warm spices, and fresh lemon juice, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Soup
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 164

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 large head cauliflower, chopped into uniform florets About 2 pounds
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided Used for roasting and sautéing
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice About 1 medium lemon
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish Optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, along with salt and freshly ground pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Spread the cauliflower in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until golden brown with crispy edges.
  4. During the last 10 minutes of roasting, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  5. Add the diced onion and cook for 5-6 minutes, until softened and translucent.
  6. Add the minced garlic and cumin to the pot and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly until fragrant.
Cooking
  1. Once the cauliflower is roasted, add it to the pot along with the vegetable broth.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. Remove the pot from heat and using an immersion blender, blend the soup until it is completely smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Stir in the fresh lemon juice and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  5. If the soup is too thick, thin it with additional broth.

Notes

For best flavor, roast the cauliflower well. This soup can also be served with crusty bread. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.