Light Cream of Broccoli Soup
Creamy yet surprisingly light, this Light Cream of Broccoli Soup is a comforting and healthy dish perfect for any season. Made with fresh broccoli florets, sautéed onions, and the subtle aroma of garlic, this soup is blended to velvety perfection and enriched with low-fat milk for a guilt-free creamy texture. Seasoned with a delicate hint of nutmeg and finished with fresh parsley, it’s brimming with flavor while remaining low in calories. Ready in just 35 minutes and packed with nutrients, it’s an ideal choice for a quick weeknight dinner or an elegant starter. Serve it piping hot with crusty bread or crackers for a wholesome meal that’s as hearty as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g Broccoli florets
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion
- 3 Garlic cloves
- 4 cups Vegetable broth
- 1 cup Low-fat milk
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 0.125 tsp Nutmeg
- 1 tbsp Fresh parsley
Instructions
Begin by washing and cutting the broccoli into small florets. Peel and finely chop the onion. Mince the garlic cloves.
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened and translucent.
Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
Add the broccoli florets to the pot and pour in the vegetable broth. Stir well, bring to a boil, and then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and let it cook for 15 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.
Using an immersion blender, carefully puree the soup in the pot until smooth. Alternatively, let the soup cool slightly and blend it in batches using a countertop blender.
Return the pureed soup to the pot. Stir in the low-fat milk, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Heat the soup over low heat until warmed through, but do not let it boil.
Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Serve hot with crusty bread or crackers on the side, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
784 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.4 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 19 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 3690 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 106.5 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.7 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.6 g | ||
| Protein | 44.3 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 713 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1922 mg | 41% | |
*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.
