Description
Comfort meets wellness in this nourishing anti-inflammatory cauliflower chicken soup, blending Mediterranean healing herbs with rich, creamy textures. Delicate chicken and roasted cauliflower create a hearty bowl that soothes and restores, inviting you to savor each spoonful of nutritious goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 cup shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie or pre-cooked)
Vegetables:
- 4 cups cauliflower florets
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper (helps activate turmeric’s benefits)
Liquids and Extras:
- 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian option)
- 1 cup coconut milk (or almond milk for a lighter version)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (or coconut oil)
- ½ teaspoon lemon juice (optional, for brightness)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Activate the aromatics by gently sautéing diced onions, minced garlic, and freshly grated ginger in olive oil within a spacious cooking vessel, creating a fragrant foundation that will infuse the entire soup with depth and warmth.
- Introduce a vibrant blend of anti-inflammatory spices including turmeric, cumin, smoked paprika, sea salt, and cracked black pepper, thoroughly coating the chopped cauliflower, sliced carrots, and diced celery to maximize flavor absorption and nutritional potential.
- Transform the mixture by cascading chicken broth into the pot, elevating the heat to trigger a rolling boil before reducing to a gentle simmer, allowing vegetables to tenderize and spices to harmonize for approximately 15 minutes.
- Enhance the soup’s texture by selectively utilizing an immersion blender, partially puréeing the contents to create a luxurious, velvety consistency while maintaining some delightful vegetable chunks for textural intrigue.
- Incorporate shredded chicken and creamy coconut milk, stirring gently to integrate these final components, then allow the soup to simmer an additional few minutes to meld flavors and ensure thorough heating.
- Finalize the culinary experience by ladling the soup into serving bowls, garnishing with freshly chopped parsley or cilantro, and presenting alongside crusty artisan bread or a crisp, light salad for a complete, nourishing meal.
Notes
- Customize the heat level by adjusting spice quantities, letting you control the flavor intensity perfectly.
- Swap chicken with tofu or white beans for a vegetarian-friendly alternative that maintains the soup’s nutritional profile.
- Enhance anti-inflammatory benefits by adding extra turmeric or a pinch of black pepper, which boosts curcumin absorption.
- Prepare soup in advance and store in refrigerator for up to 4 days, with flavors developing more richly over time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg