cauliflower masala soup
parsnip, warm spice
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Hot Flash Cook Cauliflower Masala Soup
serves 4
ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 4 cups vegetable or bone brothbone density (I'm shrinking!)
- ¾ cup plain Greek yogurtmuscle loss
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
method
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in garlic and ginger, cook 1 minute.
- Add cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cayenne; toast for 30 seconds.
- Add cauliflower and broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes until cauliflower is tender.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Blend soup until smooth (or leave chunky if preferred).
- Stir in Greek yogurt and tomatoes; gently warm through (do not boil).
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with cilantro.
the swaps that make it work
ghee or neutral oil
→ extra-virgin olive oil
Heart-healthy monounsaturated fats; supports cardiovascular health and reduces inflammation.
heavy cream (1 cup)
→ Greek yogurt (¾ cup)
Cuts saturated fat by 71%, adds 4 g protein per serving, maintains creamy texture without dairy bloat.
vegetable or chicken broth
→ homemade bone broth
Rich in collagen and gelatin; supports bone density, joint health, and skin elasticity.
nutrition per serving
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260 kcal13% DV
Protein
12 g24% DV
Fiber
3.5 g14% DV
Saturated fat
4 g20% DV
Added sugar
0 g0% DV
Sodium
840 mg36% DV
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Recipes are informational — not medical or dietary advice. Draft — review & adjust.

