Description
A comforting and creamy broccoli soup, perfect for chilly evenings, bringing warmth and nourishment to the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets (or frozen for convenience)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (or butter for richness)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: pinch of nutmeg
Instructions
- Sauté the Aromatics: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the Broccoli: Toss in the broccoli florets, stirring well to coat with the aromatics. Sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
- Pour in the Broth: Add the vegetable or chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10-12 minutes until the broccoli is tender.
- Blend until Smooth: Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until it reaches a creamy consistency. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a standard blender, being cautious of the steam.
- Add the Cream: Return the blended soup to the pot (if using a standard blender) and stir in the heavy cream. Season with salt, pepper, and optional nutmeg. Bring it back to a gentle simmer to heat through.
- Serve and Enjoy: Ladle the warm soup into bowls, garnishing with a sprinkle of black pepper or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
Notes
For lighter versions, use low-fat milk or Greek yogurt. Adding seasonal vegetables can increase nutrients and color.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: broccoli soup, creamy soup, comfort food, quick recipe, healthy soup