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Creamy cauliflower and swiss chard soup served in a bowl
Creamy and healthy vegetable soup with cauliflower and chard

Creamy Cauliflower & Swiss Chard Soup

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Soups
A meeting of two often overlooked vegetables in this vitamin bomb. Cauliflower provides the body and creamy texture, while Swiss chard adds an earthy, spinach-like flavor and vibrant green color. The neutral taste of cauliflower is a great carrier for spices, and nutmeg is a classic partner for creamy dishes, highlighting their natural sweetness.
🕒 Prep Time 15 mins
🍳 Cook Time 25 mins
⌛ Total Time 40 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 135 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Hungarian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Cutting Board
  • Soup Pot
  • Immersion Blender

Allergen Information

⚠️ Milk

Instructions

1 ✓

Cut cauliflower into florets; chop the tender parts of the stem too (don't waste them!). Wash chard, remove thick white stems, and chop leaves. Dice onion and garlic.

Tip: Cauliflower stems have lots of flavor. Since they are harder, chop them smaller than florets so they cook evenly.
2 ✓

Sauté onion in oil until translucent, then add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

Tip: Garlic aromatics dissolve best in fat.
3 ✓

Add cauliflower, toss to coat, then pour in broth. Simmer for 15 minutes until cauliflower is nearly tender.

Tip: Don't boil cauliflower to mush initially, or sulfur compounds may release an unpleasant odor.
4 ✓

Add the chard leaves and cook for another 3-5 minutes.

Tip: Chard needs minimal heat. Overcooking degrades chlorophyll, turning the vibrant green soup brownish.
5 ✓

Remove from heat and blend until smooth.

Tip: Blending breaks down cell walls mechanically, releasing starches that thicken the soup.
6 ✓

Stir in cream and spices (salt, pepper, nutmeg). Warm through without boiling.

Tip: Nutmeg is intense; use sparingly. It highlights the sweetness of the cream and cauliflower.

Recipe FAQ

Can I use frozen cauliflower?
Yes, freezing actually softens the fibers, so it cooks faster.
Why is the chard bitter?
Older leaves can be bitter. Remove the thick ribs and use only the green leaf parts if they seem tough.

Ingredients

  • 1 head Cauliflower (approx. 1 lb)
  • 5 oz Fresh Swiss Chard leaves
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 3 1/2 cups Vegetable Broth
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp White Pepper
  • 1 pinch Nutmeg, grated