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    Ginger and Turmeric Cauliflower Soup

    September 23, 2024 · Published: April 27, 2020 By: Asian Inspired Eats 30 Comments

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    This super healthy, immune-boosting Ginger and Turmeric Cauliflower Soup is packed with nutrients and flavor! It's gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, and paleo. And so delicious!

    vibrant cauliflower soup in two white bowls on a wooden board with turmeric powder along side

    Have you ever seen a more vibrant, stunning soup? This Ginger and Turmeric Cauliflower Soup is not just easy to make, it's so good for you!

    vibrant cauliflower soup in a white bowl with a white spoon and turmeric powder on the side

    Turmeric powder not only gives this soup its gorgeous color, but the immune-boosting benefits are a major plus!

    a head of orange cauliflower, carrot sticks, onions, and garlic on a wooden board with a chefs knife

    These vibrant fresh vegetables are the stars in this Ginger & Turmeric Cauliflower Soup! Not only does the soup get its gorgeous color from the turmeric, but from the yellow cauliflower and carrots as well!

    How to make this immune-boosting soup

    1. Heat the olive oil in a dutch oven or soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the cauliflower florets and chopped carrots and sauté until starting to soften, about 5 minutes. Add in the onion and garlic and sauté another 3 minutes. Stir in the turmeric powder, ginger, salt, and pepper.
    2. Add the vegetable (or chicken) broth and coconut milk to the pot, stirring well. Bring the mixture to a boil, cover, and lower to a simmer for about 15-20 minutes, until the vegetables are soft.
    3. Using either an immersion blender or high-powered blender, blend until smooth and creamy. You can leave some chunks in for texture. Adjust seasonings.
    4. Add some coarse ground pepper on top for serving.
    cauliflower florets and chopped carrots in a blue soup pot on the stove

    Sauté the vegetables in a dutch oven until starting to get soft. Then add in the rest of the ingredients.

    What is turmeric?

    Sliced raw turmeric and turmeric powder on wooden board

    A relative of ginger, this vivid yellow-orange spice is common in Indian, Southeast Asian, and Middle Eastern cooking. It has been used in India for thousands of years as a spice and medicinal herb. It has powerful anti-inflammatory effects and is a very strong antioxidant, known to boost your immune system.

    vibrant cauliflower soup in a large stock pot with a ladle

    Use a blender or hand-held immersion blender to get this soup nice and creamy.

    vibrant cauliflower soup in two bowls on a wooden board with turmeric powder on the side

    The coconut milk makes this Ginger and Turmeric Carrot soup so creamy! And, there's no dairy!

    vibrant cauliflower soup in a white bowl on a wooden board

    TIPS & TRICKS

    • If you can't find yellow cauliflower in your grocery store, it's fine to use the white variety.
    • To keep this soup vegan, use vegetable broth. Otherwise, chicken broth works just as well in this recipe.
    • I used lite coconut milk to keep the calories down, but full-fat coconut milk works as well.
    • This soup freezes well for later! You can freeze this for up to 3 months.

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    vibrant cauliflower soup in a white bowl with a white spoon and turmeric powder on the side

    Ginger and Turmeric Cauliflower Soup

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    This super healthy, immune-boosting Ginger and Turmeric Cauliflower Soup is packed with nutrients and flavor! It's gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, and paleo. And so delicious!

    • Total Time: 30 min
    • Yield: 4 1x

    Ingredients

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    • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
    • 1 head orange cauliflower, cut into small florets
    • 3 carrots, finely chopped
    • 1 medium onion, chopped
    • 3 garlic cloves, minced
    • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
    • 1 tablespoon turmeric powder
    • ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
    • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
    • 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
    • 1 (14.5) ounce can lite coconut milk
    • More salt and ground pepper to taste

    Instructions

    1. Heat the olive oil in a dutch oven or soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the cauliflower florets and chopped carrots and sauté until starting to soften, about 5 minutes. Add in the onion and garlic and sauté another 3 minutes. Stir in the turmeric powder, ginger, salt and pepper.
    2. Add the vegetable (or chicken) broth and coconut milk to the pot, stirring well. Bring the mixture to a boil, cover, and lower to a simmer for about 15-20 minutes, until the vegetables are soft.
    3. Using either an immersion blender or high-powered blender, blend until smooth and creamy. You can leave some chunks in for texture. Adjust seasonings.
    4. Add some coarse ground pepper on top for serving.

    Notes

    • If you can't find yellow cauliflower in your grocery store, it's fine to use the white variety.
    • To keep this soup vegan, use vegetable broth. Otherwise, chicken broth works just as well in this recipe.
    • I used lite coconut milk to keep the calories down, but full-fat coconut milk works as well.
    • This soup freezes well for later! You can freeze this for up to 3 months.
    • Author: Asian Caucasian
    • Prep Time: 10 min
    • Cook Time: 20 min
    • Category: Soup
    • Method: Stove Top
    • Cuisine: Asian Fusion
    • Diet: Gluten Free

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size:
    • Calories: 279
    • Sugar: 9.5 g
    • Sodium: 807.8 mg
    • Fat: 19.9 g
    • Carbohydrates: 25 g
    • Protein: 6.4 g
    • Cholesterol: 0 mg

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Julia says

      November 14, 2024 at 5:08 am

      Thanks for the recipe! Is was delicious, and felt good and healthy for both body and soul! <3

      Reply
      • Asian Inspired Eats says

        November 19, 2024 at 1:58 pm

        Thank you, Julia! The cauliflower soup is so warming this time of year. And the fact that it's so good for you is a real bonus!

        Reply
    2. B R says

      October 12, 2023 at 2:56 pm

      Is it ok to use reg milk or cream instead of coconut milk?
      I don't want to buy and waste the rest, i know i will never use it again...

      Reply
      • Asian Caucasian says

        October 12, 2023 at 4:27 pm

        Hi BR! You can sub the coconut milk, but know that it will not have any coconut flavoring. As a sub, I would go with the cream. Let me know how it works out!

        Reply
    3. Emily says

      May 05, 2020 at 5:59 pm

      I love all the flavors in this soup and the vibrancy that the turmeric adds to this dish!

      Reply
      • Asian Caucasian says

        May 05, 2020 at 7:03 pm

        I love pretty food, and new I had to make this colorful, healthy soup that boosts your immune system.👍

        Reply
    4. Alexis says

      May 03, 2020 at 5:13 pm

      This soup sounds absolutely amazing, not only in taste but in health benefits. I'm going to make this dish this week.

      Reply
      • Asian Caucasian says

        May 03, 2020 at 5:17 pm

        It's a double whammy with the health benefits! Great for inflammation, and an immune-boosting!

        Reply
    5. Gail Montero says

      May 03, 2020 at 2:45 pm

      Turmeric and ginger are some of my favorite spices so I often use them. Love the zing that fresh ginger adds to this delectable and very wholesome soup!

      Reply
      • Asian Caucasian says

        May 03, 2020 at 5:15 pm

        I use ginger quite often for that subtle "zing!" And, of course turmeric is a winner for all of the healthy benefits!

        Reply
    6. Julie @ Running in a Skirt says

      May 03, 2020 at 2:28 pm

      The ginger and turmeric in this is perfection! The flavors are perfect with the cauliflower. Such a tasty recipe.

      Reply
      • Asian Caucasian says

        May 03, 2020 at 5:15 pm

        It's very tasty and has all the healthy benefits to boot!

        Reply
    7. Sondra Barker says

      May 03, 2020 at 3:07 am

      Wow this sounds so delicious! I definitely need to try this soup- will add to my list!

      Reply
      • Asian Caucasian says

        May 03, 2020 at 5:16 pm

        Hope you love it! So good for you too!

        Reply
    8. Alena says

      May 03, 2020 at 12:11 am

      I’m such a fan of turmeric and it’s such a perfect addition to this soup! I love how cozy and comforting this recipe is.

      Reply
      • Asian Caucasian says

        May 03, 2020 at 5:16 pm

        Thanks, Alena! It's great for your immune system, as well as an anti-inflammatory!

        Reply
    9. Marta says

      May 02, 2020 at 10:47 pm

      I love that you used turmeric as it has great anti-inflammatory properties. I can't wait to try this recipe

      Reply
    10. Marta says

      May 02, 2020 at 10:40 pm

      This soup looks so delicious. Perfect if you have issues with inflammation, too!

      Reply
      • Asian Caucasian says

        May 03, 2020 at 5:14 pm

        Yes! Anti-inflammatory, and immune boosting! Two bangs for your buck!

        Reply
    11. Jacqui DeBono says

      May 02, 2020 at 10:07 pm

      I am really enjoying turmeric at the minute, and cauliflower is always my go-to. This would make such a nice from the usual soups I make!

      Reply
      • Asian Caucasian says

        May 03, 2020 at 5:14 pm

        It is surprisingly delicious! And so healthy for you!

        Reply
    12. Ramona says

      May 01, 2020 at 5:55 pm

      This soup is plain beautiful and healthy. I love the flavours added to this and since I do have cauliflower and I said I'd make a soup for tomorrow, I will be making this one - mmmmm I am drooling already - looks absolutely divine.

      Reply
      • Asian Caucasian says

        May 03, 2020 at 5:13 pm

        Thank you, Ramona! Hope you enjoy it. It's tasty and healthy!

        Reply
    13. Amy Liu Dong says

      May 01, 2020 at 5:41 am

      Such an amazing soup recipe which is very compatible in the weather condition I'm in. The presentation and the looks is so mesmerizing. Loved it!

      Reply
      • Asian Caucasian says

        May 01, 2020 at 3:59 pm

        Thanks so much, Amy! It's very comforting and healing! We all need that right now, right?

        Reply
    14. Stine Mari says

      April 28, 2020 at 2:54 am

      I've never seen the yellow cauliflower in the stores here, but I will try this with the good old white one. This soup is so GORGEOUS and I love the extra turmeric, so healthy and delicious!

      Reply
      • Asian Caucasian says

        April 28, 2020 at 12:25 pm

        You can certainly use the white cauliflower. The turmeric will give this soup its golden color!

        Reply
    15. Nancy Sanders says

      April 27, 2020 at 9:20 am

      Look at the beautiful color on that soup! I love using turmeric in soup, for its wonderful health benefits. We could all use a boost of that right now!

      Reply
      • Asian Caucasian says

        April 27, 2020 at 9:21 am

        So true! Crazy times! We need these healing soups right now. And it's very delish!

        Reply

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