wintery and warming
From the title of this recipe, you’d be forgiven for thinking I’ve been smoking too much nutmeg (seriously, that’s a thing now…lock up your teens!).
But you’re going to have to trust me on this one – it’s tastier than it seems.
I’m considering adding avocado to all my soups now…seriously
The avocado makes a mediocre cauliflower soup into something rich, creamy, buttery and smooth (those are my favourite adjectives when it comes to soup).
I made a big pot – lasted all week (barely)
Of course it’s a pale green colour but that’s something you just have to make your peace with, I never said it would be pretty.
suggested toppings: paprika stripes or grated cheese
Cauliflower & Avocado Soup (serves 4)
- 1 head cauliflower, chopped into florets
- 1 small, white onion, finely chopped
- 1 parsnip, peeled and roughly chopped
- 2 tbsps butter
- 4 cups chicken (or vegetable) stock
- 1/2 ripe avocado, cut into chunks
- Heat the butter in a large pot. Add the onion and saute for five minutes until golden.
- Stir in the parsnip, then the cauliflower.
- Pour in the stock, cover and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 25 minutes.
- Remove from heat, season with sea salt to taste and add the avocado chunks, transfer to a blender and process until smooth.
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Actually cauliflower and nutmeg got well together
(Though I’m not sure it should be added when there is avocado involved…lol) I like the addition of the turnip in this!!
Kenley
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This is a very interesting combination Ms. Cat….for the first time in a long time, I have something new to try. Thank you.
Looks yummy girl.
is the nutmeg on top??
Actually there’s no nutmeg, that’s paprika!
Even though I don’t particularly like cauliflower, I thought I’d give this a try. I’m happy I did! It’s low calorie, nutritious, and soooo creamy! It’s very difficult to believe there’s no cream or dairy. I only added a dash of salt, as the broth I used had enough salt and flavor on its own. There’s just a HINT of avocado flavor. Which is all the soup needed! All in all, I give this recipe 5/5 stars!
Woohooo! Thank you Stephanie
Yep, I was surprised at how creamy the avocado made it. Now I know the secret, I’ll be chucking avocados in practically every soup I eat!
This was awesome. I added some bacon fat, and bacon bits on top for garnish. Huge hit!
Thanks Amanda and, may I just say, you are a genius – bacon fat makes everything delicious, even more delicious
After I made it and tasted it, I thought that bacon bits would make it even yummier! Maybe next time I’ll sautee the onions in bacon fat!
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Hi Cat! I LOVE the avocado in this! I adapted it a bit but thought the addition of the avocado really makes it! http://theveggieyogi.com/2013/01/29/cauliflower-potato-leak-avocado-soup/ Thanks so much for the idea!
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