Walnut & Cauliflower Soup

Author: California Walnuts

A warm and comforting soup made by blending toasted walnuts with cauliflower, garlic, and spices.

Walnut & Cauliflower Soup
Yields4 Servings
Prep Time10 minsCook Time30 minsTotal Time40 mins

Ingredients:

 1 Large head cauliflower, cut into florets (about 6 cups)
 1 cup California Walnuts
 3 cloves Garlic, peeled
 2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
 1 tsp Ground cumin
 ½ tsp Ground coriander
 ½ tsp Smoked paprika
 ½ tsp Salt, plus more to taste
 ¼ tsp Black pepper
 4 cups Low-sodium vegetable broth
 Juice of ½ lemon
 Drizzle of cream, to taste (optional)
 Fresh herbs, to taste (optional)
 Whole grain toast for dipping (optional)

Preparation:

1

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.

2

Spread cauliflower florets, walnuts, and garlic cloves on the sheet pan.

3

Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.

4

Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until cauliflower is golden and tender and walnuts are fragrant.

5

Transfer the roasted mixture to a blender.

6

Add vegetable broth (start with 3½ cups and add more for thinner texture).

7

Blend until smooth and creamy.

8

Pour the blended soup into a pot and warm over medium heat for 5 minutes, adjusting consistency with extra broth if needed.

9

Taste and season with more salt, pepper, or lemon as desired.

10

Ladle into bowls and top with toasted walnuts, a drizzle of cream & herbs (optional)

11

Serve alongside whole-grain toast or flatbread crisps for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

4 servings

Serving size

1 bowl


Amount per serving
Calories265
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22g29%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 420mg19%
Total Carbohydrate 14g6%
Dietary Fiber 5g18%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 7g

Calcium 70mg6%
Iron 1.6mg9%
Potassium 590mg13%
Vitamin D 0mcg0%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.