Creamy Cauliflower Soup is simple to make with just a few simple ingredients and is keto, gluten free, low carb and sugar free! This cauliflower soup is the ultimate healthy comfort food.
Bring on the comfort food! This is the time of year where I can't enough of warm, comforting meals and this creamy cauliflower soup is a perfect example of just that.
Not all comforting meals have to be loaded with carbs and calories. This soup is low carb, sugar free and gluten free and everyone loves it.
If you love soup like me, you will love this Slow Cooker Thai Chicken Soup, Creamy Vegetable Soup, Easy Minestrone Soup and this Creamy Asparagus Soup!
These would also be delicious with some Spiked Apple Cider, in case you wondering.
Why You Should Make This Creamy Cauliflower Soup
This healthy soup contains just a few, simple ingredients that can easily be found in the grocery store. It's not one of those low carb, gluten free recipes with a bunch of crazy ingredients that are impossible to find.
This soup stores well and freezes amazing too which is great to pull out for those busy weeknights. I love making meals in advance on my meal prep days, it saves so much time and helps to keep me on track.
On those days when you don't have time time to prepare something healthy, it prevents you from eating something that isn't as nutritious because it's in front of you.
I am sure most of you understand what I am saying.
It's extremely versatile too. You can add rotisserie chicken, leftover turkey, spinach, chickpeas or beans (if you don't mind that it's not low carb)... the possibilities are endless.
I have even added sliced pepperoni!
It might sound weird, but it's one of those things that you shouldn't knock it until you try it.
Recipe Ingredients
- Onion - I use onions in most of my savory recipes and it adds such a deep flavor to this soup.
- Butter - I always use 100% grass fed, organic butter which just plain old tastes better!
- Cauliflower - One of the most versatile vegetables ever! Make sure you pick a tight, compact bunch of cauliflower with firm, white stalks.
- Chicken broth bone broth - You can use any chicken broth you'd like. Bone broth is made with roasted bones which adds lots of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, essential fatty acids and collage which helps to rebuild connective tissue, hair, skin and nails. I use this one all the time and even sip on it by itself during the day.
- Heavy whipping cream - I use the Organic Whipping Cream from Trader Joe's that is located near the milk.
- Cheddar cheese - I love the extra sharp cheddar cheese for a little punch of flavor.
- Bacon - Because, bacon! I like to buy the center cut, nitrate free bacon. It's healthier and still tastes delicious.
- Green onions - Or scallions, whatever you choose to call them. Green onions are slightly more mild than regular onions which is why is makes the perfect garnish. It's not too strong of a flavor and just adds a nice touch.
How To Make This Creamy Cauliflower Soup
Chop cauliflower into florets or small pieces. In a heavy bottom saucepan over medium heat, add butter and onion.
Cook for 2 minutes or until the onion is softened.Stir in the cauliflower florets and cook for 4-5 minutes.
Mix florets well and season with salt, pepper, onion powder, clove and garlic.
Add chicken broth and cream and bring to a boil. Cook until all florets are tender. (15-20 minutes).
Remove from the heat and with an immersion blender puree the soup.
You just blend away!
I love my immersion blender, it's so simple to use. I use it for so many things.
I've made so many different sauces, salsas, smoothies, soups, homemade tomato sauce, whipped cream... I can go on and on.
They are pretty cheap and you will use it for years, I promise.
Look how insanely smooth and creamy this soup looks! Velvety smooth and no chunks or clumps in here!
Tp with whatever garnishes you'd like, I topped mine with bacon, green onion and cheese.
I've have also added sliced avocado, sour cream and even sliced almonds!
Again, it might sound weird but the almonds add a wonderful crunch to this silky smooth soup.
Another option for something crunchy are those baked cheese crisps. There are several brands that I love, even Trader Joe's makes them. They have the perfect, crunchy texture and have virtually no carbs.
Recipe FAQ's and Expert Tips
There are 6 total carbs in one serving and 1 gram of fiber which equals 5 grams of net carbs per serving.
Yes, you can either use vegan, dairy free cheese or just completely leave it out. You can also use coconut cream instead of heavy whipping cream.
You can eat grilled chicken or fish, a large salad with nuts, seeds and veggies or even a nice, big steak.
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Creamy Cauliflower Soup
Ingredients
- 1 cup yellow onion, chopped (medium)
- 1 tablespoons butter
- 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets, 6-8 cups
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- ⅛ teaspoon ground clove
- 4 cups chicken broth, I use bone broth
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- For garnish:
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 slices bacon, crumbled
- 2 green onions (or scallions), chopped
Instructions
- Chop head of cauliflower head into florets. (About 6-8 cups)
- In a heavy bottom saucepan over medium heat, add butter and onion. Cook for 2 minutes or until the onion is softened.
- Stir in the cauliflower florets and cook for 4-5 minutes. Mix until all florets are warm and covered with onion/butter mixture.
- Season with salt, pepper, onion powder, clove and garlic.
- Add chicken broth and cream and bring to a boil. Cook until all florets are tender. (15-20 minutes).
- Remove from the heat and with an immersion blender puree the soup.
- Top with bacon, chives and cheese!
Natasha
This Creamy Cauliflower Soup recipe is so easy to follow and I’m glad that I had the ingredients on hand! It’s a comfort food plus it’s healthy so it’s a great recipe to try!
Kristyn
This is one of my favorite soups!! My mom would make it all the time, growing up. It truly is so creamy & delicious!
Ina
This is a nutritional powerhouse! A hug in a bowl! So yummy!
Jenny
Few ingredients, super easy. It hits all the right notes—keto, gluten-free, low carb, and sugar-free. Winner!
Lauren Kelly
Yay!Thanks Jenny!
Abby
The only way I'll eat cauliflower. So yummy and comforting!
Lauren Kelly
Love that! Thanks Abby.
Sha
This is one of my go-to soup whenever one of us is sick an +d it is effective. It is hearty, comfy and incredibly delicious. It is also rich and flavorful!
Lauren Kelly
Thanks so much!
Lacy
Thank you for sharing your recipe!
Mine is very similar!
I boil cauliflower and onion in chicken broth and spices (salt, garlic, lemon pepper, parsley, thyme, sage, rosemary and marjoram), until tender. Blend. Add sautéed chicken breast chunks. Serve.
I’m going to have to try yours next time, because, bacon!
Lauren Kelly
Yours sounds delicious too! Thanks so much!
katerina @ diethood.com
The soup looks so creamy and delicious!! I can't wait to try it!
Rebecca Hubbell
This soup is so creamy and flavorful, it really hit the spot on this cold weekend!
Allyssa
Thank you so much for sharing this amazing creamy cauliflower soup recipe! Will surely have this again! It's really easy to make and it tasted so delicious! Highly recommended!
wilhelmina
I love how smooth and creamy this soup is! It was the perfect hearty yet light thing for lunch!
Beth
This looks so delicious and full of flavor! Can't wait to give this recipe a try! So excited!
lauren.kelly
Thanks so much, Beth!
Stephanie
Absolutely delicious! I'm always looking for new ways to eat better and this recipe was perfect.
lauren.kelly
Happy to help!