Creamed Cauliflower Soup with Bacon and Chives
A velvety low-carb creamed cauliflower soup enriched with crispy bacon and fresh chives for a comforting keto-friendly starter. This french-inspired keto (low carb) ready in about 40 minutes pairs cauliflower florets, unsalted butter, medium, diced yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 cups cauliflower florets
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 4 slices bacon strips
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large pot, melt 3 tbsp unsalted butter over medium heat. Add 1 medium diced yellow onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent.
- Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 4 cups cauliflower florets and 4 cups chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes until cauliflower is very tender.
- Step 4: While soup simmers, cook 4 bacon strips in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Drain on paper towels and crumble.
- Step 5: Use an immersion blender to purée soup until smooth and creamy. Stir in 1 cup heavy cream, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat through for 3 minutes but do not boil.
- Step 6: Serve soup topped with crumbled bacon and 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Creamed Cauliflower Soup with Bacon and Chives take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Creamed Cauliflower Soup with Bacon and Chives?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep cauliflower florets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Creamed Cauliflower Soup with Bacon and Chives?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Creamed Cauliflower Soup with Bacon and Chives for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Creamed Cauliflower Soup with Bacon and Chives low carb?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
