Moroccan Spiced Cauliflower and Almond Soup

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 1

Moroccan Spiced Cauliflower and Almond Soup Recipe

by The Chefin Soup

Prep

10 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 large cauliflower
	2 tablespoons olive oil
	1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
	1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
	1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
	2 1/2 tablespoons harissa , divided ( or to taste )
	4 1/2 cups chicken broth ( or vegetable broth )
	3 ounces sliced almonds , toasted ( divided )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

203

Sugar

Fat

16g

This Moroccan Spiced Cauliflower and Almond Soup recipe is a perfect blend of savory, warming spices and wholesome ingredients. Harissa, a spicy chili pepper paste, and toasted almonds add a delicious depth to the soup, making it an ideal meal for colder days. This Moroccan-style soup is a healthy alternative to traditional broth-based soup recipes and a fantastic way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 450°F.
2.	Cut the cauliflower into small florets.
3.	Toss cauliflower florets in olive oil, ground cinnamon, cumin and coriander until evenly coated.
4.	Roast in the oven for about 20-25 minutes.
5.	In a large soup pot, bring chicken broth and harissa to a boil.
6.	Add the roasted cauliflower and half of the almond slices to the pot.
7.	Cook for about 5 to 10 minutes, or until the cauliflower is tender.
8.	Using an immersion blender, blend the soup completely.
9.	Serve hot with remaining almonds on top.

PROS

This Moroccan Spiced Cauliflower and Almond Soup recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, and keto-friendly.

It’s also an excellent source of vitamin C and potassium from the cauliflower.

CONS

This soup may be too spicy for some people to handle.
Be sure to add harissa to your taste preference.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cauliflower is rich in vitamins and minerals. It’s an excellent source of vitamin C, vitamin K, folate, and potassium.
The almonds in this recipe provide a good source of healthy fats, protein, and fiber, which may help lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease.