Super Easy Cauliflower Vegetable Soup
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Super Easy Cauliflower Vegetable Soup
Description
The Super Easy Cauliflower Vegetable Soup uses frozen cauliflower and frozen mixed vegetables combined with diced tomatoes and vegetable broth for a straightforward vegetable-packed soup. The base includes sautéed onion and garlic to build flavor, enhanced with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. This gentle simmer until the vegetables reach the desired tenderness keeps the soup hearty yet light.
Chickpeas are stirred in near the end for added texture and protein, while fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese serve as optional toppings for fresh herbal and savory notes. The soup's texture is chunky and thick, thanks to the variety of vegetables and tomatoes.
This soup suits those seeking a vegetable-rich, meatless option that warms and satiates without complex preparation or ingredients. It is comforting and easily adjustable to preferences.
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion halved and peeled
- 4 cloves garlic peeled
- 1 (32 oz) vegetable broth carton
- 1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (16 oz) bag mixed vegetables I used C&W, frozen petite
- 1 (12 oz) bag cauliflower frozen
- 2 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- salt freshly ground
- black pepper freshly ground
- 1 can chick peas drained, low-sodium
- 3 Tbsp parsley optional, minced fresh parsley and grated parmesan, for serving
- 3 Tbsp Parmesan Cheese optional, minced fresh parsley and grated parmesan, for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Meanwhile add onion and garlic to a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.
- Add onion mixture to oil in pan and saute 4 minutes, or until nearly softened.
- Add in broth, diced tomatoes, mixed vegetables, cauliflower, Italian seasoning and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bring mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, reduce heat to medium then cover and let boil until veggies have reached desired tenderness, 5 - 10 minutes.
- Stir in chick peas and optional parsley. Serve warm with parmesan if desired.
- Recipe source: Cooking Classy
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Overall Rating
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