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    Home » Recipes » Soup

    Cauliflower Leek Soup {dairy-free}

    Published: Feb 1, 2019 · Modified: Apr 27, 2021 by Melissa Torio · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    Potato leek soup is one of favourite soups, and I wanted to make a dairy-free version my family can enjoy. I added cauliflower and made this deliciously creamy dairy-free Cauliflower Leek Soup.

    Cauliflower Leek Soup in bowls

    Ingredients

    Cauliflower Leek Soup Ingredients

    Cauliflower is a cruciferous vegetable that is an excellent source of vitamin C, vitamin K and has plenty of antioxidants.1

    Leeks, along with garlic and onions, are part of the allium family which has plenty of beneficial phytonutrients. They are an excellent source of vitamin K.2

    To cut the leeks, slice off the green tops and the roots. Slice down the middle lengthwise. Place the flat side down on the cutting board, then slice into half moons.

    Cutting Leeks

    Nutritional yeast provides some cheesy flavour to this soup and is a source of vitamin B12.3

    You can use water or veggie broth to keep this vegan, or try this soup with bone broth. Click here to see my Instant Pot Bone Broth recipe. Bone broth is a great source of collagen and other nutrients and minerals that help heal leaky gut.

    Making the Soup

    In a large pot on low-medium heat, add the coconut oil. Add the garlic, onions and leeks. Cook until onions and leeks are softened, around 5 minutes.

    Leeks and onions in pot

    Add the potatoes, cauliflower, bone broth or water, and salt. Cover pot and bring to a boil. Lower heat and simmer for 10 minutes or until potatoes and cauliflower are fork tender. Turn off heat.

    Cauliflower Leek Soup in Pot

    Add the nutritional yeast. You may opt to add soaked cashews for more creaminess. You can omit the cashews for a nut-free version as well.

    To purée the soup, you may use an immersion blender or a vented blender like a Vitamix, if you have one.

    Depending on the size of your blender container, you may need to purée in batches. Blend until smooth. Be very careful as the soup is hot!

    Cauliflower Leek Soup in Vitamix

    Serve with some chives and freshly ground pepper, if desired.

    Cauliflower Leek Soup in bowl

    I hope you enjoy this Cauliflower Leek Soup!

    Leave a comment and rating below and let me know how you like it. 🙂

    P.S. Try my other soup recipes too:

    • Creamy Broccoli Soup
    • Lentil Coconut Curry Soup
    • Roasted Butternut Squash and Cauliflower Soup
    • Vegan Coconut Curry Lentil Soup
    • Vegetable Corn Chowder {dairy-free}
    • Brussel Sprouts Sweet Potato Noodle Soup
    • Instant Pot Bone Broth
    Cauliflower Leek Soup in bowls

    Cauliflower Leek Soup

    This creamy soup uses cauliflower (and optional cashews) and no dairy.
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    Course: Soup
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes
    Total Time: 45 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Author: Melissa Torio

    Ingredients

    • 2 tablespoon virgin coconut oil
    • 2 cloves garlic minced
    • 1 onion chopped
    • 1 leek (white part only) chopped
    • 3 medium potatoes peeled and diced
    • 1 cauliflower roughly chopped
    • 4 cups broth or water
    • 1 teaspoon salt plus more to taste
    • 3 tablespoon nutritional yeast
    • ½ cup cashews soaked 2-6 hours (optional)
    • 1 bunch chives minced (optional)
    • freshly ground black pepper to taste (optional)

    Instructions

    • In a large pot on low-medium heat, add coconut oil.
    • When oil is hot, add garlic, onions and leeks. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
    • Add potatoes, cauliflower, broth or water, and salt.
    • Cover pot, bring to a boil then lower heat and simmer for 10 minutes or until potatoes and cauliflower are fork tender. Turn off heat.
    • Add nutritional yeast and soaked cashews, if using.
    • Use an immersion blender or a vented blender to purée the soup. If using an immersion blender, carefully place the blender into the pot and blend until smooth. If using a vented blender, carefully transfer soup into the blender container and blend until smooth. You may need to purée the soup in a couple of batches.
    • Place soup into bowls and top with chives and/or ground pepper, if using. Serve warm and enjoy!

    Notes

    Make this nut-free: Omit cashews.
    Tried this recipe?Mention or tag @melissa.torio
    Cauliflower Leek Soup

    References

    1. “Cauliflower.” The World's Healthiest Foods, whfoods.org/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=13.
    2. “Leeks.” The World's Healthiest Foods, whfoods.org/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=26.
    3. “Vitamin B12 - Cobalamin.” The World's Healthiest Foods, whfoods.org/genpage.php?tname=nutrient&dbid=107.

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