Active time: 15 minutes Total time: 25 minutes
Cauliflower is a nutrition powerhouse, and takes on a golden glow thanks to the addition of antioxidant-rich, health-promoting turmeric, ginger, cumin and cayenne pepper. Once pureed, the vegetables are deceptively creamy and lush, just like the creamy soup you love (only healthier).
Curried Cauliflower Soup With Pistachios
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil, divided
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 pound (450g) cauliflower, or about half a large head, cut into florets
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (240ml) skim milk
- 1/4 cup (30g) raw pistachios, shelled and chopped
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint, slivered
Directions
Drizzle a 2-quart saucepan with 2 teaspoons of avocado oil and place over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring frequently for about 5 minutes.
While the onion cooks, chop the cauliflower and ginger. When the onion is softened, add the cauliflower and ginger and stir for a minute, then add the turmeric, cumin and salt. Stir for a few seconds, then add 1/2 cup (120ml) water and cover the pot. When the water is boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for about 8 minutes.
Uncover the pot. The cauliflower should be very tender and the liquid mostly evaporated. Transfer most of the cauliflower mixture to a blender or food processor, leaving some in the pot.
Puree adding skim milk as you go to achieve a smooth consistency. Stir the puree back into the pan and keep warm.
In a small saute pan, warm the remaining teaspoon of avocado oil over medium heat. Add the chopped pistachios and stir until lightly toasted, about 2 minutes. Add the cayenne and stir for a second, then transfer the nuts and oil to a small bowl or cup. Serve soup with pistachios sprinkled on top.
Serves: 4 | Serving Size: 1 cup
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 155; Total Fat: 7g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 2mg; Sodium: 225mg; Carbohydrate: 17g; Dietary Fiber: 5g; Sugar: 9g; Protein: 7g
