Low Carb Cauliflower Leek Soup

This cauliflower and leek soup recipe has no potato. It's deliciously creamy and garlicky; a great vegetarian soup for those counting carbs.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 60 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
• Calories: 156 Calories

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1 large head cauliflower, chopped
• 8 cups vegetable broth
• 3 leeks, cut into 1 inch pieces

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add leeks, cauliflower, and garlic; cook and stir for about 10 minutes. Stir in vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 45 minutes.

Step 2

Remove soup from heat; blend with an immersion blender until smooth. Season with salt and pepper; add heavy cream and continue blending until smooth.