Roasted Cauliflower Soup
Ingredients:
- 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1 medium red onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 3 Tablespoons of olive oil
- 4 cups of vegetable broth
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Green onions, chopped for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 425 F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- On a baking sheet, mix the cauliflower florets with the olive oil and add onto the lined baking sheet spread out evenly.
- Bake the cauliflower for 25-30 minutes until they are golden brown and caramelized, tossing halfway.
- Once the cauliflower is almost done, in a soup pot, warm the remaining Tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add in the onions and salt, stirring occasionally until the onion is soft and turns translucent about 6 minutes.
- Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly for about 30 seconds, then add in the vegetable broth.
- Add the cauliflower into the soup pot over medium-high heat and bring it to a simmer, then reduce the heat and simmer. Cook for about 20 more minutes.
- Once the soup is cooked, let it cool down and then add the soup into a blender. Add in the butter and blend until the soup becomes smooth, then add in the lemon juice, nutmeg and salt.
- Transfer the soup back into the soup pot if serving immediately.
- Garnish with green onions and serve, enjoy!