Description
A creamy and comforting roasted cauliflower and leek soup made with cashews for dairy-free richness and miso for umami depth. Simple, wholesome, and perfect for cozy meals on cool days.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cauliflower, chopped
- 2–3 leeks (white and light green parts only), chopped (about 1 to 1½ cups)
- 2 garlic cloves
- Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
- ½ cup raw cashews, soaked overnight
- 1½ teaspoons miso paste (or sea salt)
- Leaves from a few sprigs of marjoram or thyme
- 3 cups water (or vegetable broth)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (to blend)
- ⅛ teaspoon smoked paprika (or more to taste)
- Squeeze of lemon juice
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Red pepper flakes, optional
- Splash of white wine vinegar or champagne vinegar, optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread cauliflower, leeks, and garlic on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and roast for 20–30 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and tender.
- Transfer roasted vegetables to a blender with soaked cashews, miso paste, marjoram leaves, lemon juice, and 1½ cups of water. Blend until smooth.
- Add remaining water, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and smoked paprika. Blend again until creamy.
- Pour soup into a saucepan and gently warm. Adjust thickness with more water if needed.
- Serve hot with crusty bread, garnished with red pepper flakes or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
Notes
- For a nut-free version, replace cashews with white beans or coconut milk.
- Add roasted carrots or poblano peppers for extra flavor.
- Spice it up with curry powder or turmeric.
- Use vegetable broth instead of water for richer taste.
- Top with truffle oil or toasted pine nuts for a gourmet touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting & Blending
- Cuisine: European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1 1/2 cups)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
