Description
This Anti-Inflammatory Cauliflower Chicken Soup is a nourishing, flavorful dish packed with health-boosting ingredients like turmeric, ginger, and garlic. This quick and easy soup is low-carb, gluten-free, and perfect for a comforting, immune-supporting meal.
Ingredients
1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded
2 cups cauliflower florets
1 carrot, chopped
1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon dried mint
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Salt, to taste
Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add chopped onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes until translucent.
3. Stir in minced garlic, turmeric, and black pepper. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
4. Add cauliflower florets to the pot and pour in 2 cups of chicken broth.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and cook for about 7 minutes until cauliflower is tender.
6. Add chopped carrot, grated ginger, and dried mint. Continue cooking for 5 minutes until the carrot softens.
7. Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup, leaving some chunks for texture.
8. Stir in shredded cooked chicken and the remaining 1 cup of broth.
9. Season with salt to taste and let simmer for 5–6 more minutes.
10. Stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil for added richness.
11. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley or cilantro. Offer lemon wedges if desired.
Notes
This soup is great for reducing inflammation and boosting immunity thanks to turmeric, garlic, and ginger.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
For a vegetarian version, omit the chicken and add more veggies or chickpeas for protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg