Roasted Cauliflower Chickpea Soup Recipe
COVID-19 & WORKING FROM HOME
INGREDIENTS • 1 cauliflower head, cut into florets • 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas • 5 garlic cloves, peeled • 4 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil • 1 tsp ground cumin • 1/2 tsp salt • 1/8 tsp paprika • 2 medium Yukon gold potatoes, peeled & cubed • 1/4 tsp black pepper • 4 cups vegetable broth • 1 cup water • 1/2 cup heavy cream
Over the past month, many of us have been home either working remotely or just waiting for everything to settle out. While this has helped prevent the spread of the Coronavirus, it can also lead to a decrease in physical activity. When you don’t participate in frequent physical activity, your muscles begin to weaken and over time, joints can become stiff, and your circulation and lymphatic systems can slow down. Lack of movement andpoorpostureare thecausesofseveral typesofpain, including lower back pain, neck pain, hip pain, knee pain, shoulder pain, and headaches. There isone fundamental ruleof thehumanbody: itwasmade tomove! Here are some easy, pain-relieving and energy-boosting steps you can take while at home to ensure you don’t slip into being too sedentary: 1. Get up from your chair every 20 minutes and walk around, even if it is just for a few seconds. 2. Walk or exercise at least 30 minutes every day. 3. Drink plenty of water. 4. Stretch your legs, hips, spine, and neck for 10 minutes every day. 5. Make sure you are sitting properly at your desk or computer and that your keyboard and monitor are at the correct height. 6.Take frequentbreaks forbreathingexercises. Inhaleandexhaledeeply. 7. Stretch your arms overhead frequently throughout the day. 8. Do strengthening exercises 2-3 times per week. In order to be healthy, there needs to be a large emphasis on movement. When your body is flexible, strong, well-balanced, and fueled by a nutritious diet, it is able to perform at its optimal levels.”
For Garnish • Reserved roasted cauliflower mix
• Red pepper flakes • Fresh thyme leaves • Heavy cream
DIRECTIONS Pre-heatyourovento400degrees.Onabakingsheet,tosscauliflower florets, chickpeas and garlic cloves with 3 tbsp of olive oil and cumin, salt and paprika. Roast in the oven for 30 min, stirring once half way through. Remove from oven and set aside. Reserve about 1/2 cup for the garnish. Meanwhile, heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in large pot over medium heat. Add cubed potatoes and black pepper. Cook for 2 min, stirring frequently. Add vegetable broth and water and increase heat to bring mixture to a boil. Once boiling, turn heat down to simmer for about 15-20 min until potatoes are very soft. Remove pot from the heat and stir in roasted cauliflower mix. Puree the soup using an immersion blender, food processor, or blender, working in batches if necessary. Return pureed soup to the stovetop and gently re-warm it. Stir in heavy cream. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Garnish with reserved roasted cauliflower mix, red pepper flakes, fresh thyme leaves and drizzle of heavy cream.
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