Specialty Soup Substitutes Cream

Creamy, rich, and completely dairy-free, this Specialty Soup Substitutes Cream recipe redefines comfort food with a healthy twist. Made with wholesome ingredients like potatoes, cauliflower, and a medley of aromatic vegetables, this soup achieves its luscious texture without a drop of dairy—thanks to an optional addition of silky unsweetened almond milk and nutritional yeast for an extra flavor boost. Perfect for those seeking vegan or plant-based options, this hearty dish comes together in just under an hour, offering a bowl of velvety goodness that's both nourishing and satisfying. Garnished with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish, this versatile soup is ideal for cozy weeknight dinners or impressing guests with its guilt-free creaminess. Keywords: dairy-free soup, creamy vegan soup, plant-based comfort food, cauliflower soup, no cream soup recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium Carrot, diced
• 1 stalk Celery stalk, diced
• 2 medium Potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
• 2 cups Cauliflower florets
• 4 cups Vegetable broth
• 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk (or other plant-based milk)
• 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast (optional, for added flavor)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, carrot, and celery. Cook for an additional 3 minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften slightly.

Step 4

Add the potato chunks and cauliflower florets to the pot and stir to combine.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.

Step 6

Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and let the soup simmer for 20 minutes, or until the potatoes and cauliflower are tender.

Step 7

Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, you can carefully transfer the soup in batches to a countertop blender and puree it, then return it to the pot.

Step 8

Stir in the unsweetened almond milk and nutritional yeast (if using) to enhance the flavor and create a silky texture.

Step 9

Season the soup with salt and ground black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 10

Simmer the soup for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 11

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2105.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1064.5

Total Fat 40.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5053.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 150.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.0g	0%
Total Sugars 31.1g
Protein 35.3g	0%

Vitamin D 100.0IU	0%
Calcium 796.2mg	0%
Iron 9.6mg	0%
Potassium 4700.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.7%

Protein: 12.8%

Carbs: 54.5%