Description
Comforting Pureed Broccoli Soup blends farm-fresh ingredients into a creamy green delight. Silky smooth textures and rich flavors invite hearty spoonfuls that warm your soul from the first bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups broccoli florets (about 1 large head of broccoli)
- 1 potato, peeled and diced
- 2 cups vegetable broth
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Finishing Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Initiate the flavor foundation by warming olive oil in a large pot over medium heat (around 350°F). Sauté chopped onions until translucent and softened, approximately 5 minutes.
- Introduce minced garlic to the pot, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant, releasing its aromatic essence.
- Incorporate broccoli florets and diced potato, stirring to combine and allow initial softening for 3-4 minutes, creating a robust vegetable base.
- Pour vegetable broth into the pot, raising temperature to a rolling boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until vegetables become tender and easily mashable.
- Remove pot from heat source, utilizing an immersion blender to transform the mixture into a silky, uniform consistency. For alternative blending, carefully transfer contents to a standard blender, processing in batches.
- Return blended soup to pot, gently fold in heavy cream or coconut milk, warming through without reaching a boil.
- Calibrate seasoning with salt and pepper, tasting and adjusting flavor profile to personal preference.
- Ladle into serving bowls, garnishing with fresh parsley and a delicate sprinkle of black pepper, creating a visually appealing and appetizing presentation.
Notes
- Maximize broccoli’s nutrients by not overcooking, which can reduce its health benefits and vibrant green color.
- Swap heavy cream with Greek yogurt or plant-based alternatives like almond milk for a lighter, diet-friendly version.
- Add roasted garlic or smoked paprika during sautéing to enhance the soup’s depth and complexity of flavor.
- Boost protein content by blending in cooked white beans or topping with toasted pumpkin seeds for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-26 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 301
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg