Curried Cauliflower and Apple Soup with Cilantro Cream - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 10

Lunch

This Curried Cauliflower and Apple Soup with Cilantro Cream is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Daniel Boulud Recipe courtesy of Daniel Boulud. A rich soup with a gloriously distinct flavor, this is a meal in itself. The cilantro cream is a lovely touch.

Ingredients

3 tbsp. unsalted butter
2 medium onions
4 tsp. Madras (hot) curry powder
Pinch of saffron
4 Golden Delicious apples
1/2 tsp. freshly ground white pepper
Salt and additional pepper to taste
2 1/2 medium heads cauliflower
2 fresh thyme sprigs
1 bay leaf
10 c. unsalted chicken stock or lowsodium canned broth
2 c. heavy cream
2 tbsp. finely chopped cilantro leaves
18 medium shrimp

Instructions

Heat butter in large, heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add onions, 3 1/2 teaspoons curry powder, and saffron, stirring until onions start to soften, 5 to 7 minutes.
Peel, core, and thinly slice 3 apples. Add apple slices, 1/2 teaspoon white pepper, and salt to taste and continue to cook, stirring, for 5 minutes.
Add cauliflower, thyme, bay leaf, and chicken stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 20 to 25 minutes—skimming the surface regularly to remove any fat and foam—until cauliflower is tender when pierced with a knife.
Add 1 1/4 cups of cream and boil 2 minutes. Remove from heat; discard bay leaf and thyme sprigs.
Transfer soup in batches to a blender or food processor, and puree until very smooth. For the smoothest consistency, strain the soup through a fine-mesh sieve. Taste, and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Just before serving the soup, peel, core, and finely dice the remaining apple. Toss apple with remaining 1/2 teaspoon curry powder, and add salt and pepper to taste. Place in a small saucepan with 1 tablespoon water. Cover and cook over medium to low heat for 3 to 4 minutes, or until apple is tender.
Whip remaining cream until soft peaks form. Season with salt and pepper to taste and fold in cilantro.
Ladle soup into bowls. Top with a little of the diced-apple mixture, a spoonful of cilantro cream, several fresh cilantro leaves, and 2 to 3 shrimp halves, if desired.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Apples.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Curried Cauliflower and Apple Soup with Cilantro Cream good for PCOS?

Yes, this Curried Cauliflower and Apple Soup with Cilantro Cream recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 10 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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