Comforting Broccoli Soup

Creamy, hearty, and packed with wholesome goodness, this Comforting Broccoli Soup is the ultimate feel-good dish for chilly days. Featuring fresh broccoli as the star ingredient, this soup is complemented by a flavorful medley of sautéed onion, carrot, celery, and garlic, simmered to perfection in rich vegetable stock. A luscious blend of heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese gives it an irresistibly velvety texture and a savory depth of flavor. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or leisurely weekend lunches. Serve it hot with crusty bread or a side salad for a cozy, nourishing meal that's sure to warm both body and soul.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g broccoli
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 1 medium carrot
• 1 celery stalk
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 garlic cloves
• 4 cups vegetable stock
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the broccoli by washing it thoroughly and chopping it into small florets. Peel the broccoli stems and chop them into small pieces.

Step 2

Peel and finely chop the onion. Peel and dice the carrot. Slice the celery stalk thinly. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a large pot, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the onion, carrot, and celery. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute, until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the chopped broccoli florets and stems. Pour in the vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.

Step 7

Use an immersion blender to puree the soup directly in the pot, or transfer the soup in batches to a countertop blender. Blend until smooth and creamy.

Step 8

Return the soup to the pot (if using a countertop blender). Stir in the heavy cream and cheddar cheese until fully incorporated and creamy.

Step 9

Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with additional shredded cheddar cheese or a drizzle of cream, if desired. Pair with crusty bread for a complete and comforting meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1930.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1812.5

Total Fat 124.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 302mg	0%
Sodium 5043.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 113.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.4g	0%
Total Sugars 28.5g
Protein 60.6g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1247.0mg	0%
Iron 9.7mg	0%
Potassium 3825.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.6%

Protein: 13.4%

Carbs: 25.0%