Purple Cauliflower Soup With Walnut Oil

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 14

Purple Cauliflower Soup with Walnut Oil Recipe

by The Chefin Soup

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 tablespoon butter
	1 leek , white part only , thinly sliced
	3 medium purple potatoes , peeled and quartered ( about 1 1/2 cups )
	3 1/2 cups purple cauliflower florets , from 2 small heads purple cauliflower
	4 cups whole milk
	1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
	1/8 teaspoon white pepper
	walnut oil ( to garnish )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

307

Sugar

11g

Fat

16g

Purple Cauliflower Soup with Walnut Oil is a vibrant soup that will add color and flavor to your dinner table. It's perfect for those who want to try something new and beyond the regular cauliflower soup. The purple cauliflower used in this recipe is not only enticing but extremely nutritious. Paired with other healthy ingredients such as milk and walnuts, this soup is full of health benefits that help nourish your body and mind.

Instructions

1.	In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the leek and potatoes. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the leek is soft, about 5 minutes.
2.	Add the cauliflower, milk, salt, and white pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until the cauliflower is tender, about 15 minutes.
3.	Remove the pan from heat. Let the mixture cool for a few minutes.
4.	In a blender, puree the soup until completely smooth. Return the soup to the pan. Heat it over low heat.
5.	Ladle the soup into bowls. Drizzle walnut oil over each bowl of soup. Serve hot.

PROS

This soup is creamy, dreamy, and flavorful.

The purple cauliflower provides a pop of color and nutrients.

The walnut oil adds healthy fats and a nutty taste.

CONS

Purple cauliflower can be difficult to find and is more expensive than regular cauliflower.

The soup is not suitable for vegans or lactose intolerant individuals.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Purple cauliflower is rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, and fiber. It can help boost immunity, reduce inflammation, and support digestion.
The milk in this recipe provides calcium, protein, and vitamin D.
The walnut oil is high in omega-3 fatty acids, which can lower cholesterol and improve heart health.