This cheese soup with cauliflower is a game-changer for anyone watching their carbs. Unlike traditional loaded potato soup, this version uses cauliflower for a fraction of the carbs while delivering all the creamy, cheesy satisfaction you crave.
Cauliflower is the perfect vegetable for cheese soup because it has a mild flavor that lets the cheese shine while becoming wonderfully tender and creamy when cooked. Blend part of it to create a naturally thick base without any flour.
Why Cauliflower?
Cauliflower is a keto superstar:
- Low carb - Only 5g carbs per cup
- High fiber - Keeps you full
- Mild flavor - Takes on cheese beautifully
- Creamy texture - When blended, mimics potatoes
- Nutritious - Vitamins C, K, and B6
Making It Keto-Friendly
- No flour needed - cauliflower thickens naturally
- Use heavy cream instead of milk
- Add extra cheese for fat content
- Top with bacon for protein
Serving Suggestions
- Topped with crispy bacon
- Extra shredded cheese
- Fresh chives or green onions
- Sour cream dollop
Cheese Soup with Cauliflower
A low-carb, keto-friendly soup featuring tender cauliflower florets in a rich, creamy cheddar cheese sauce. All the comfort, fewer carbs.
Nutrition per serving
295 Calories
14g Protein
10g Carbs
24g Fat
3g Fiber
Ingredients
Instructions
- . Sauté onion in butter 5 minutes. Add garlic, cook 1 minute.
- . Add broth and cauliflower. Simmer 15 minutes until tender.
- . Blend half for creaminess. Add cream and cheeses, stirring until melted.
- . Add mustard powder. Season and serve with bacon and chives.
Recipe Notes
- Extra creamy: Blend all the cauliflower for silky smooth texture.
- More cheese: Add smoked Gouda or Gruyère for variety.
- Vegetarian: Use vegetable broth and skip the bacon.
- Net carbs: Only 7g net carbs per serving (10g total - 3g fiber).