Millet-Cauliflower Soup
Description
This Millet-Cauliflower Soup is a hearty, nutrient-dense meal that blends the nutty earthiness of toasted millet with the mild sweetness of cauliflower. The secret to its luxurious texture lies in a blended mixture of soaked cashews, white miso, and nutritional yeast, which creates a rich, dairy-free creaminess without any heavy dairy products. Aromatic vegetables like celery, onion, and carrot form a savory base, enhanced by fresh herbs such as basil, mint, and chervil. Perfect for chilly evenings or meal prep, this vegan soup offers a satisfying mouthfeel and robust flavor profile that appeals to both vegetarians and omnivores alike.Directions
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Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.
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Add the millet and toast it, stirring frequently, until it turns golden brown and begins to pop lightly.
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Pour in 1 1/2 cups of water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes until the millet is tender.
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While the millet cooks, heat a little oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
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Sauté the chopped celery, green pepper, onion, garlic, and carrot until the onion becomes translucent and vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
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To the pot with the cooked millet, add 6 cups of water, the chopped cauliflower, and the bay leaf.
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Stir in the sautéed vegetable mixture, dry vegetable soup base, basil, mint, chervil, thyme, and ground celery seed.
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Bring the soup to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes until the cauliflower is tender.
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In a blender, combine the white miso, raw cashews, 1 cup of water, and nutritional yeast.
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Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy.
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Pour the cashew-miso mixture into the soup pot and stir well to combine.
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Simmer the soup for an additional 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
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Remove the bay leaf. Taste and adjust salt if needed, adding more water if a thinner consistency is desired.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 2 cups
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 290.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 16.3g26%
- Saturated Fat 2.4g12%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 108.7mg5%
- Total Carbohydrate 33.4g12%
- Dietary Fiber 7.4g30%
- Sugars 8.5g
- Protein 5.6g12%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
