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    Creamy Cauliflower Soup with Saffron

    Modified: Feb 21, 2022 · Published: Feb 19, 2017 by Analida · • Word count:647 words. • About 4 minutes to read this article. • This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    Quick and easy vegetarian creamy cauliflower soup with saffron. You will love the delicate flavors and it goes will with a nice crusty bread. If you are a cream soup fan this is a must try recipe! | ethnicspoon.com

     

    "A cauliflower is nothing but a cabbage with a college education"

                                                                                                                                           Mark Twain a dutch oven filled with cauliflower soup with parsley and a ladle

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    • Cauliflower history
    • What does saffron taste like? 
    • When to make cauliflower soup
    • Creamy Cauliflower Soup with Saffron Recipe

    Given this quote, we can assume that cauliflower did not rank among Mark Twain's favorite foods. However, if he had tasted creamy cauliflower soup with saffron he might have felt differently.

    Cauliflower history

    But, alas, the cauliflower wasn't always so lowly. Believe it or not, this homely vegetable was once the rage in the court of Louis XIV. It was so popular and adored that it was served in elegant dishes at dinner parties. Go figure!

    Personally, I've never counted cauliflower among my favorite foods. Recently, however, I am intrigued by its rising popularity among all the carb-conscious folks out there. Since starting my food blog I have given a second chance to many foods. So, why not give cauliflower a chance then? I think creamy cauliflower soup with saffron is a good place to start. I've been dying to use this saffron my sister got me when she went to Turkey.

    What does saffron taste like? 

    It's a cross between floral, sweet, and savory. Just a thread or two will flavor the entire dish and give it a soft, glowing hue. Learn a little more about saffron here. 

    a white bowl of cauliflower soup with parsley and three spoons on the left

    When to make cauliflower soup

    This cauliflower soup is so easy to make, and the leftovers are great too. Yes, I took some in my lunch the next day.  This soup is pretty healthy since cauliflower is chock full of antioxidants, and vitamins as well. Cauliflower also comes in purple, orange, and yellow, so pretty!

    Creamy cauliflower soup with saffron is perfect on a cold days or night where you need something to warm you up from the inside out. The creaminess, the soft silky texture, I wanted to eat the entire pot. This statement coming from someone who until recently thought cauliflower was as exciting as watching grass grow is HUGE!

    two hands holding a bowl of cauliflower soup with parsley and a dutch oven of soup below

    I also like to serve this soup with a crusty bread like Irish brown bread, just an idea!

    Finally, I think your friends can use a bowl of creamy cauliflower soup with saffron.  Make sure you share the recipe with friends and family.

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    a bowl of cauliflower soup with parsley

    Creamy Cauliflower Soup with Saffron Recipe

    A family favorite recipe! Quick and easy vegetarian creamy cauliflower soup with saffron. You will love the delicate flavors and it goes will with a nice crusty bread. If you are a cream soup fan this is a must try recipe! 
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    Course: Soup
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: creamy soup, homemade soup, pureed, vegetable broth
    Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 50 minutes minutes
    Servings: 12
    Calories: 64kcal
    Author: Analida Braeger

    Ingredients

    • 2 lbs cauliflower 1 head
    • 1 ½ Tbsp olive oil
    • 4 garlic cloves minced
    • 1 onion medium size, sliced
    • 2 tsp salt
    • ½ tsp white pepper
    • ⅓ cup celery chopped
    • 2 potatoes medium baking type, peeled and cubed
    • 4 cups vegetable broth
    • ½ tsp saffron
    • ¾ cup half and half
    • 1 dash nutmeg
    • 3 Tbsp curly parsley finely chopped

    Instructions

    • Break cauliflower head into florets and rinse.
    • In a soup pot heat olive oil on medium. Saute the onion and garlic and sprinkle with salt, and pepper. Stir in the celery.
    • Add the cauliflower florets,potatoes, and vegetable broth and allow it to come to a boil. Cook for about 5 minutes. Add in the saffron threads.
    • Cover and simmer for about 25-30 minutes or until the florets are soft.
    • Add the half and half, nutmeg and stir well.
    • Next, using an immersion blender puree the solids until you get a smooth silky texture.
    • Garnish with parsley.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 64kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 716mg | Potassium: 209mg | Fiber: 1g | Vitamin A: 315IU | Vitamin C: 10.1mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 1.3mg

     

     

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    Comments

    1. Erlene Amat

      February 27, 2017 at 12:30 am

      I don't think I've ever had cauliflower soup. I'll have to give this a try. Thanks for sharing your recipe on Merry Monday.

      Reply
      • Analida

        February 28, 2017 at 8:22 pm

        You are welcome Erlene! I hope you like it.

        Reply
    2. Kate

      December 10, 2017 at 10:07 am

      Oh my gosh, this sounds delicious! I love simple soups like this.

      Reply
      • Analida

        December 10, 2017 at 1:51 pm

        Thanks Kate!
        🙂

        Reply
    3. Jordan

      January 08, 2018 at 12:53 pm

      The color of this soup is amazing! I've never cooked with saffron but I've heard it's so good for you. Can't wait to try!

      Reply
      • Analida

        January 08, 2018 at 5:03 pm

        Hi Jordan! you need to cook with saffron! It is so delicious. I hope you try this soup. 🙂

        Reply
    4. Sarah

      January 08, 2018 at 5:53 pm

      I've also been "rediscovering" cauliflower. It's not bad at all! I think I just grew up eating it plain and steamed lol. This sounds delicious!

      Reply
      • Analida

        January 08, 2018 at 7:27 pm

        Hi Sarah! No it really isn't too bad. I also grew up eating it steamed, and that was my awful memory of cauliflower. I am going to keep experimenting.

        Reply
    5. Helene

      January 10, 2018 at 9:01 am

      How interesting that you add Saffron to your cauliflower soup. This is a coup we love to prepare during the colder month, although I make it a bit differently. Next time I will try your version. 🙂

      Reply
      • Analida

        January 10, 2018 at 3:29 pm

        Hi Helene! Let me know how you like my version. 🙂 Thanks for commenting.

        Reply
    6. Kathryn @ FoodieGirlChicago

      January 11, 2018 at 9:08 am

      This sounds like a great, simple soup for cold winter days!

      Reply
      • Analida

        January 12, 2018 at 4:25 pm

        Yes Kathryn, it is pretty easy and fabulous on a cold day. 🙂

        Reply
    7. Renz

      January 11, 2018 at 12:41 pm

      I've never had cauliflower soup. This looks delicious tough. I love the addition of the saffron for added flavor

      Reply
      • Analida

        January 12, 2018 at 4:26 pm

        Hi Renz, thanks for commenting. I hope you give my cauliflower soup a try. And yes, the saffron is great.

        Reply
    8. Abby @ WinsteadWandering

      January 12, 2018 at 9:00 am

      I was just searching yesterday for a good vegetarian soup recipe to make for some friends. This looks perfectly smooth and satisfying!

      Reply
      • Analida

        January 12, 2018 at 4:26 pm

        Hi Abby, I hope your friends like it. 🙂

        Reply
    9. Becky

      January 12, 2018 at 12:47 pm

      Cauliflower makes the creeeeamiest soup. I love it so much! Your addition of saffron sounds great.

      Reply
      • Analida

        January 12, 2018 at 4:27 pm

        Thanks Becky. It's funny because this is the only way I will eat cauliflower.

        Reply
    10. Leslie Haasch

      January 13, 2018 at 8:23 am

      I'm with you! Cauliflower was never one of my favorite veggies to cook with because I really don't care for the smell, but I got a purple cauliflower in a CSA once and it forced me to give it a shot. I'm glad I did!

      Reply
      • Analida

        January 13, 2018 at 6:57 pm

        Hi Leslie! I've never had purple cauliflower. Is the taste/smell any different? 🙂

        Reply
    11. Jennifer

      January 13, 2018 at 3:48 pm

      I LOVE cauliflower, you can use it in so many different dishes! Your soup sounds lovely 😊

      Reply
      • Analida

        January 13, 2018 at 6:56 pm

        Thank you so much Jennifer. To be honest, I am not big on cauliflower, but I do enjoy this soup.

        Reply
    12. Julie

      January 14, 2018 at 3:50 pm

      This soup is such a beautiful color with the addition of saffron. Can't wait to try a bowl!

      Reply
    13. Kim @ Berly's Kitchen

      January 14, 2018 at 5:18 pm

      5 stars
      I've yet to make cauliflower soup, but yours looks absolutely delicious. It would be perfect for a cold winter day.

      Reply
    14. Sam | Ahead of Thyme

      January 15, 2018 at 1:42 am

      Yumm!! This soup looks so creamy and delicious!! I need a bowl asap!

      Reply
      • Analida

        January 15, 2018 at 3:18 pm

        Thanks Sam! 🙂 If you make it, let me know how you like it.

        Reply
    15. Stacey

      January 15, 2018 at 11:41 am

      This sounds perfectly cozy! Love this soup!

      Reply
      • Analida

        January 15, 2018 at 3:19 pm

        It is a cozy soup Stacey. I must admit, I was never a cauliflower fan before. I do like this soup though.

        Reply

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