04/28/2023
This Cauliflower Soup with Fried Prosciutto and Pumpkin Seeds makes an amazing light meal. It is smooth and delicious but the fried prosciutto and pumpkin seeds takes it to the next level!
Cauliflower Soup with Fried Prosciutto and Pumpkin Seeds
Serving Size: 4
Ingredients:
4 cups chicken stock
2 cups cauliflower, cut into florets
1 cup cream cheese
6 tbsp butter
5oz prosciutto, chopped
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
3 tbsp pumpkin seeds
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp lime juice
Fresh ginger, optional for serving
Salt to taste
Instructions:
1. Place a nonstick pan over medium heat and melt 1/4 of butter.
2. Add chopped prosciutto and 1/4 of cauliflower.
3. Increase temperature to medium-high and cook for 5-7 minutes or until crispy, stirring occasionally.
4. Stir in pumpkin seeds and paprika.
5. Season with salt to taste and continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and set aside.
7. In a pot, boil cauliflower in chicken broth until cauliflower is completely tender.
8. Stir in cream cheese, dijon mustard and the remaining butter.
9. Add lemon juice and mix well using an immersion blender.
10. The longer you blend, the creamier the soup.
11. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
12. Serve soup with fried prosciutto and cauliflower.
13. Optional to garnish with fresh ginger on top.
14. Enjoy!
Per Serving
550 cals, 8g net carbs, 11g protein, 53g fat