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Curried Cauliflower Soup

This Curried Cauliflower Soup recipe combines the warmth of curry powder with the natural sweetness of roasted cauliflower. Pureed with a touch of mango chutney until smooth and creamy, this easy-to-make soup is cozy, comforting, and satisfying.

Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
1 hr 30 mins
Total Time
2 hrs 10 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 360 kcal
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 large head cauliflower (about 2 pounds), trimmed and cut into florets*
  • 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil , divided
  • 1 large carrot , about 1/2 cup, diced
  • 1 medium yellow onion , about 1 cup, chopped
  • 1 large Yukon Gold potato , about 8 ounces, peeled and diced
  • 1/2 to 2 teaspoons mild curry powder**
  • 6 cups chicken or vegetable stock
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/4 cup Major Grey's chutney
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream , optional
  • 1/2 cup chopped roasted cashews
  • 1/4 cup chopped flat leaf parsley
  • kosher salt and freshly-ground pepper

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Place cauliflower florets on a foil-lined baking sheet. Toss with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/2 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper. Spread cauliflower in a single layer. Bake 40 minutes, until cauliflower is tender and golden brown, turning florets halfway through.
  2. Heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a large pot until shimmering. Add chopped carrots and onions and sauté over medium-high heat until vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes. Stir in curry powder and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
  3. Add stock, scraping any browned bits off of the bottom of the pot. Stir in roasted cauliflower, diced potato, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer, partially covered, until cauliflower and potatoes are very soft, about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Remove the bay leaf and discard. Stir in mango chutney. Let the soup cool down a bit and then puree it in batches in a blender or food processor until smooth (or use an immersion blender directly in the pot.) 
  5. Return puréed soup to pot and add heavy cream, if using. Season to taste with additional curry powder, salt, and pepper. If soup is too thick, add a little bit of water or stock to thin. Serve, garnished with chopped cashews, chopped parsley, and additional roasted cauliflower florets, if desired (see note).

Notes

  • *I love roasted cauliflower and the textural balance of a few chopped florets against the puréed soup. So, I often roast a second head of florets while the soup is simmering for snacking and garnish. This is, of course, totally optional; the soup is equally delicious as a smooth purée.
  • **This is a bit of a range, I know! The amount of curry powder you use will depend on your personal heat preferences and the profile of the blend you buy. Since curry powders vary so greatly across brands and mixes, it's always a good idea to start conservatively and adjust to taste. It's always easier to dial up the spice by adding more curry powder than to balance out soup that's too spicy.
  • Inspired by Robin Robertson, Fresh from the Vegetarian Slow Cooker
  • Inspired by Robin Robertson, Fresh from the Vegetarian Slow Cooker

Nutrition Information

Serving 0.166recipe Calories 360kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 33g (11%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 21g (32%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 20mg (7%) Sodium 394mg (16%) Potassium 811mg (23%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 14g (28%) Vitamin A 2055IU (41%) Vitamin C 56.4mg (63%) Calcium 62mg (6%) Iron 2.9mg (16%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 360

% Daily Value*

Serving 0.166recipe
Calories 360kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 33g 11%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 21g 32%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 20mg 7%
Sodium 394mg 16%
Potassium 811mg 17%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 14g 28%
Vitamin A 2055IU 41%
Vitamin C 56.4mg 63%
Calcium 62mg 6%
Iron 2.9mg 16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.