How to Make Low-Carb Cauliflower and Leek Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a delicious and healthy soup recipe to warm you up on a cold day? This low-carb cauliflower and leek soup is the perfect choice. Packed with nutritious ingredients and bursting with flavor, it's a great option for those looking to cut back on carbs while still enjoying a comforting and satisfying meal.

One of the best things about this soup is that it's incredibly easy to make. With just a handful of ingredients and a few simple steps, you can have a steaming bowl of this ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 head cauliflower, chopped into small florets
  • 6 cloves garlic, peeled, or more to taste
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or more to taste
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, or more to taste
  • ½ cup salted butter
  • 2 leeks, chopped, or more to taste
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 (32 ounce) carton chicken broth
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • ¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese, or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons bacon bits, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine cauliflower florets, garlic cloves, olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a 1-gallon zip-top bag. Seal bag and shake until florets are evenly coated. Empty bag onto a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Roast in the preheated oven, stirring a couple of times to ensure even cooking, for 30 minutes.
  • Melt butter in a heavy-bottomed stockpot over medium heat. Add leeks and onion and season with salt and pepper. Cook until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes. Add chicken broth and roasted cauliflower and garlic. Cook until cauliflower is tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Add whipping cream and puree soup with an immersion blender until smooth. Cook until heated through, about 10 minutes.
  • Serve topped with Cheddar cheese and bacon bits.
  • Nutrition

    434 cal.

    • Total Fat: 42g
    • Saturated Fat: 23g
    • Cholesterol: 120mg
    • Sodium: 1035mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 11g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 38mg
    • Calcium: 103mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 333mg