Creamy Broccoli Soup

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 35 mins
Courses:
Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 4
Best Season: Fall, Winter
Description

Simple, wholesome ingredients come together to create a bowl of pure comfort in this Creamy Broccoli Soup. Tender broccoli, onion, celery, and garlic are gently simmered in vegetable broth with a touch of non-dairy milk, then blended until silky smooth. A hint of tarragon adds delicate herbaceous flavor that beautifully complements the fresh broccoli without overpowering it.  

A Creamy Broccoli Soup comes together in about 30 minutes, is freezer-friendly, and perfect for meal prep. It's what you want in a cozy, comforting, easy-to-make meal.

Pair this soup with a slice of crusty whole-grain bread, a crisp green salad, or half a sandwich for a satisfying meal. Whether you’re warming up on a chilly evening or looking for a nourishing lunch, this homemade soup delivers simple comfort in every spoonful. 

Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup onion (chopped)
  • 1 cup celery (diced)
  • 2 cloves of crushed garlic
  • 4 cups vegetable broth (divided)
  • 4 cups broccoli florets (use the stems, but cut off the woody ends before adding)
  • 1 cup non-dairy milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon
Instructions
  1. 1

    Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot.

  2. 2

    Add the onion and celery and sauté until the vegetables are fork-tender.

  3. 3

    Add the garlic and continue cooking, stirring continuously for 1 to 2 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add 2/3 of a can of vegetable stock and the broccoli to the pan, cover.

  5. 5

    Continue cooking until the broccoli is tender, about 10 to 12 minutes.

     

  6. 6

    Next, stir in the remaining stock and the milk.

  7. 7

    Add the salt, pepper, sage, and tarragon, then continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the soup begins to simmer. Remove the pot from the heat.

     

  8. 8

    Using an Immersion Blender, carefully blend until the soup is smooth.

    If you don't have an immersion blender, allow the soup to cool slightly, ladle the mixture into a blender or food processor (do this in batches if necessary), and blend until smooth. Return the soup to the pot and reheat it over medium heat.

     

  9. 9

    Top each serving with toasted bread or croutons, if desired, and finish with freshly ground black pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 148kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5.8g9%
Saturated Fat 0.9g5%
Sodium 640mg27%
Potassium 560mg16%
Total Carbohydrate 20g7%
Dietary Fiber 5g20%
Sugars 6g
Protein 6g12%
Vitamin A 1180 IU
Vitamin C 72 mg
Calcium 108 mg
Iron 2.3 mg
Vitamin E 1.2 mg
Vitamin K 150 mcg
Vitamin B6 0.3 mg
Folate 90 mcg
Magnesium 48 mg
Zinc 0.7 mg
Selenium 3 mcg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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