There is nothing better than a bowl of hot soup on a cold winter night. But, making soup can be time-consuming when you’re short on time.

I love keeping it simple when it comes to food because I don’t have a lot of time. I’m guessing you can probably relate.

This Crazy Simple Cauliflower Soup recipe might not look like much but it’s absolutely delicious! I once had a television producer tell me they weren’t sure about featuring this recipe on the show because it was just too simple to taste good.

Luckily, I was able to convince her and my office received emails for weeks afterward telling me how fast and delicious it was!

Now you can be the judge.

Crazy Simple Cauliflower Soup Recipe

(Serves 2)

INGREDIENTS

• 1 tbsp coconut oil
• ½ onion, diced
• ½ head cauliflower, chopped
• 2 ½ c water
• sea salt and black pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS

1. Place coconut oil in large pot and sauté onion until slightly transparent.
2. Add ½ c water and cauliflower and cover to steam for 10 minutes or until tender
3. Add remaining water and bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes
5. Blend until smooth with immersion blender
6. Add salt and pepper to taste and serve

SUBSTITUTIONS/ALTERNATIVES

• There are not a lot of ingredients here which means there aren’t a lot of alternatives. I strongly encourage you to try this soup just as it is before making any changes.
• You can also add a handful of carrots while steaming the cauliflower for more nutrients and a slightly sweet flavor.
• Drizzle olive oil on top for garnish or use honey instead for a sweet contrast.

TRANSFORMATIONAL NUTRITION BENEFITS

• Known as broccoli’s pale cousin, cauliflower offers just as many fantastic health benefits as other members of the cruciferous vegetable family including broccoli, cabbage, and Brussels sprouts.
• Cauliflower is an excellent source of vitamin C and vitamin K. What does that mean for you? A strong immune system and healthy bones!  Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that prevents damage from free radicals. It also plays a role in collagen production to support skin and joint health. Vitamin K, on the other hand, protects the minerals found in your bones and helps to strengthen them. It’s excellent for protecting against and treating osteoporosis so you can stay strong and vibrant for years to come!
• It is also a great source of the sulfur-containing compound glucosinolates. Sulfur is the third most abundant mineral in the body and is essential for protein synthesis. Sulfur compounds support optimal functioning of our cardiovascular, digestive, immune and detoxification systems. Research also shows a strong relationship between glucosinolates and the antioxidant properties of cauliflower.
• Lastly, regular consumption of cauliflower has been shown to decrease the risk of colon cancer, prostate cancer, and cardiovascular disease.