Velvety Avocado-Cauliflower Soup
Silky soup made with blended cauliflower and avocado, enriched with garlic and cream cheese. This american-inspired soups (keto, low-carb) ready in about 35 minutes pairs cauliflower, ripe avocado, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 2 cups cauliflower
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 oz cream cheese
- 1 tbsp chives
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Steam cauliflower florets in a covered pot for 12 minutes until fork-tender. Meanwhile, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, add minced garlic, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 2: Add steamed cauliflower, chicken broth, and salt to the saucepan. Simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat. Stir in 1/4 cup of the hot broth into the cream cheese until smooth, then whisk back into the soup.
- Step 3: Let soup cool slightly, then blend with avocado and 1/4 cup chives until completely smooth. Return to low heat and cook for 2 minutes until warmed through, stirring constantly.
- Step 4: Adjust seasoning with additional salt if needed. Ladle into bowls and garnish with remaining 1 tbsp chives.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Velvety Avocado-Cauliflower Soup take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 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 Velvety Avocado-Cauliflower Soup?
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 from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Velvety Avocado-Cauliflower Soup?
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 Velvety Avocado-Cauliflower Soup for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Velvety Avocado-Cauliflower Soup keto?
Yes — this recipe is tagged keto, low-carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
