Creamy Broccoli Cauliflower Soup
Creamy broccoli cauliflower soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This rich and velvety soup combines fresh broccoli and cauliflower for a nutritious and satisfying dish that will warm your heart. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, it’s a delightful meal on its own or paired with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups cauliflower florets
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until soft and translucent (about 5 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add chopped broccoli, cauliflower, and vegetable broth; bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are tender (10-12 minutes).
- Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or by transferring it in batches to a regular blender.
- Return soup to low heat; stir in cream or coconut milk and lemon juice. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs or croutons if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating spices like paprika or blending in cooked potatoes for extra creaminess. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently on the stove.