Creamless Cream of Broccoli Soup
Delight in the velvety goodness of Creamless Cream of Broccoli Soup, a healthy twist on a classic comfort dish. This dairy-free recipe achieves its luscious creaminess with blended russet potato and unsweetened almond milk, making it a perfect option for vegans and those seeking a lighter alternative. Bursting with the fresh, earthy flavors of tender broccoli, aromatic garlic, and zesty lemon juice, this quick and easy soup is ready in just 45 minutes. Ideal for a cozy weeknight dinner or an elegant starter, it’s nutrient-packed, low-fat, and irresistibly satisfying. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve warm for a bowl of pure comfort that doesn’t compromise on flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups Broccoli florets
- 1 medium Russet potato, peeled and cubed
- 4 cups Low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes, or until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the broccoli florets, cubed potato, and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the broccoli and potato are tender.
Remove the pot from heat and allow the soup to cool slightly.
Using an immersion blender (or working in batches with a countertop blender), blend the soup until smooth and creamy.
Stir in the almond milk, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.
Reheat the soup gently over low heat if necessary, but do not bring it to a boil.
Divide the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
686 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.4 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3188 mg | 139% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.8 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.3 g | ||
| Protein | 21.2 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 716 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 2151 mg | 46% | |
*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.
