Description
Cozy up with a warm bowl of Simple Cream of Broccoli Soup, perfect for chilly days. This velvety soup combines fresh broccoli, aromatic garlic, and rich cream to create a comforting dish that warms the soul. Easy to make and bursting with flavor, it’s ideal as a starter or paired with crusty bread for a delightful meal. Carry on the tradition of comfort food by sharing this recipe with family and friends—it’s sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for dairy-free)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Wash and chop broccoli into bite-sized florets.
- In a large pot, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until soft.
- Add broccoli and vegetable broth; simmer for about 10 minutes until broccoli is tender.
- Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
- Stir in heavy cream, salt, pepper, and lemon juice; taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve warm, garnished with cracked pepper or croutons.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering/Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg