Healthy Recipes Soup Cauliflower Soup with Smoked Gouda 3.8 (13) 13 Reviews This healthy cauliflower soup recipe gets its great flavor from two smoked ingredients--paprika and Gouda. A hearty serving of crunchy croutons makes it filling. By Katie Webster Katie Webster Katie Webster is a recipe developer, food photographer and author of the blog HealthySeasonalRecipes.com, where she shares easy and nutritious recipes for busy families. Her recipes have appeared in EatingWell, Fitness, Parents, Parenting and several Edible Communities publications. Her recipes and photography have been featured on popular online sites, including Kitchn and Parade. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on January 27, 2025 Reviewed by Dietitian Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H, RD, is a Chinese and Jewish chef and dietitian who has worked in all facets of the food world. She is a recipe developer, culinary nutritionist and marketing specialist with more than 15 years of experience creating editorial and digital content for top food and kitchen brands. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Save Rate PRINT Share Cook Time: 30 mins Additional Time: 20 mins Total Time: 50 mins Servings: 4 Yield: 4 servings Nutrition Profile: High-Calcium Bone Health Nut-Free Healthy Aging Soy-Free High-Fiber High-Protein Egg-Free Jump to Nutrition Facts Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 3 cups cubed whole-wheat bread (1/2-inch) 4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided ¾ teaspoon ground white pepper, divided ½ teaspoon chopped fresh thyme plus 1 tablespoon, divided ¼ teaspoon garlic powder 1 large sweet onion, chopped ¼ teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons smoked paprika ¼ cup dry white wine 1 head cauliflower (about 2 pounds), cored and chopped 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth or no-chicken broth, divided 2 teaspoons cornstarch ¾ cup shredded smoked Gouda ¼ cup heavy cream Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Toss bread in a bowl with 2 teaspoons oil, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, 1/2 teaspoon thyme and garlic powder. Spread on a baking sheet. Bake, stirring once, until crispy, 14 to 18 minutes. Meanwhile, heat the remaining 2 teaspoons oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and salt, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is very soft and barely starting to brown, 7 to 9 minutes. Sprinkle with paprika, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon white pepper and 1 tablespoon thyme; cook, stirring, until fragrant, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Add wine, increase heat to high and bring to a boil, scraping up any browned bits. Add cauliflower and 3 1/2 cups broth, cover and bring to a boil, stirring often. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer and cook until the cauliflower is very tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Puree the soup in the pot with an immersion blender (or in batches in a regular blender and return to the pot). Combine the remaining 1/2 cup broth and cornstarch in a small bowl and stir into the soup. Return to a simmer over medium heat; simmer, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Remove from heat. Stir in cheese and cream. Serve the soup topped with the croutons. Tips Make Ahead Tip: Refrigerate soup for up to 3 days; make croutons just before serving. Cut Down on Dishes: A rimmed baking sheet is great for everything from roasting to catching accidental drips and spills. For effortless cleanup and to keep your baking sheets in tip-top shape, line them with a layer of foil before each use. Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, January/February 2016 Save Rate Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 389 Calories 19g Fat 38g Carbs 19g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Serving Size 2 cups soup & 1/2 cup croutons Calories 389 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 38g 14% Dietary Fiber 7g 25% Total Sugars 10g Added Sugars 2g 4% Protein 19g 37% Total Fat 19g 24% Saturated Fat 8g 41% Cholesterol 41mg 14% Vitamin A 922IU 18% Vitamin C 76mg 85% Folate 126mcg 32% Sodium 614mg 27% Calcium 269mg 21% Iron 3mg 16% Magnesium 75mg 18% Potassium 929mg 20% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.