Loaded Cauliflower Soup (Whole30, Keto)
Indulge in the cozy comfort of Loaded Cauliflower Soup, a delicious Whole30 and Keto-friendly dish that brings together tender cauliflower, savory turkey bacon, and aromatic garlic and onion. This creamy soup not only warms your soul but also aligns perfectly with your health goals. Ideal for meal prepping or as a festive starter, it’s easily customizable to fit various dietary preferences. Treat yourself to a rich, satisfying flavor without the guilt!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 slices turkey bacon
- 1 medium sweet onion
- 2 stalks celery
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 large head cauliflower
- 3–4 cups chicken stock
- Kosher salt
- Pepper
- Bay leaf
Instructions
- In a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, cook turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels, leaving some fat in the pot.
- Sauté diced onion and sliced celery in the reserved bacon fat for about 10 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Deglaze the pot with half a cup of chicken stock, scraping up any browned bits.
- Stir in chopped cauliflower and remaining chicken stock. Season with salt, pepper, and bay leaf; simmer until cauliflower is tender (about 15-20 minutes).
- Blend until smooth using an immersion blender. Adjust consistency with more broth if necessary.
- Serve warm, topped with chives or shredded cheese as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg