Description
This Roasted Cauliflower and Lentil Curry Soup is warm, comforting, and full of deep curry flavor. Roasting the cauliflower adds a rich, slightly smoky taste that pairs beautifully with creamy lentils, aromatic spices, and tender potatoes. It’s nourishing, naturally vegan, and perfect for cozy lunches or light dinners.
Ingredients
For the roasted cauliflower:
- 1 medium cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the soup:
- 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (optional)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 1 medium potato, sliced or diced
- 1 carrot, sliced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup coconut milk (optional, for creaminess)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For garnish:
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
- Extra roasted cauliflower florets (optional)
Instructions
- Roast the Cauliflower
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Toss cauliflower florets with olive oil, curry powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Spread on a baking tray and roast for 25–30 minutes, until golden and slightly crispy. Set aside.
- Prepare the Soup Base
- In a large pot, heat a little olive oil over medium heat.
- Sauté the onion for 4–5 minutes until soft.
- Add garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add Spices and Vegetables
- Stir in cumin, turmeric, and curry powder.
- Add lentils, potato, carrot, and vegetable broth.
- Simmer
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes, until lentils and vegetables are tender.
- Blend (Optional)
- For a creamy soup, blend part or all of the soup using a hand blender.
- Stir in coconut milk if using.
- Finish and Serve
- Add roasted cauliflower to the soup.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot.
Serving Tips
- Serve with crusty bread or warm naan
- Add chili flakes for extra heat
- A squeeze of lemon brightens the flavors beautifully