Description
Creamy Vegan Tomato and Cauliflower Bisque is a heartwarming, nutrient-rich soup that makes for an ideal meal any time of the year. This delightful bisque blends roasted cauliflower and fresh tomatoes into a velvety texture, creating a dish that is both comforting and nutritious. Packed with hidden veggies and wholesome ingredients like white beans, it serves as a perfect light lunch or satisfying dinner option. Pair it with crusty bread or a fresh salad to elevate your dining experience. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this bisque is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 + 1/2 lb cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1 + 1/2 โ 2 lb tomatoes (any variety), sliced in half lengthwise
- 1 yellow onion, roughly chopped
- 6 cloves of garlic, smashed and peeled
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp sea salt, divided
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup raw cashews
- 1 (15 oz) can white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup milk of choice
- 4 cups low sodium vegetable broth
- 1 (28 oz) can whole peeled tomatoes and their juices
- 1 tsp Italian seasonings
- Red pepper flakes, to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Soak cashews in some water before starting the rest of the soup.
- Preheat oven to 425ยฐF (220ยฐC) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Add the cauliflower florets, sliced tomatoes, onion, and garlic to the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with 1/4 tsp sea salt, and add black pepper to taste. Toss everything together until well combined. Roast for about 40 minutes until tender.
- Once roasted, carefully transfer the vegetables to your blender. Add vegetable broth and canned tomatoes (do this in batches if necessary). Blend until smooth.
- Pour blended veggies back into a large pot over medium heat. Stir in remaining sea salt, black pepper, Italian seasonings, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer for about 10-15 minutes.
- Drain soaked cashews. In your blender, combine them with drained white beans and milk of choice. Blend until smooth.
- Add the creamy cashew mixture to the simmering soup pot. Allow it to simmer together for another 5-10 minutes.
- Turn off heat, stir in lemon juice, taste your bisque, adjust seasonings as needed, then enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using fresh herbs like basil or parsley as toppings. You can substitute raw cashews with silken tofu or sunflower seeds for a nut-free version. Feel free to adjust spices according to your taste preference.