Broccoli Soup
It doesn’t have to be soup season to enjoy this delicious and bright Broccoli Soup. This yummy recipe has starchy potatoes, fresh broccoli and vegetable broth to create a scrumptious and smooth soup that will easily have you wanting seconds (and thirds)!
Servings: 6
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
- 1 large russet or Yukon gold potato, peeled and chopped into a small dice
- 1 pound broccoli (about 2 cups), use florets and stems (stems peeled and chopped)
- 4 cups 32 ounces chicken or vegetable stock
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- yogurt, creme fraiche or sour cream for garnish.
- shaved parmesan for garnish
Instructions
- In a large stock pot heat the olive oil and saute the onion and 1 tsp salt for 5-7 minutes over low to medium heat.
- Add the potatoes, broccoli, stock, 1 tsp salt and bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer.
- Cook covered for 12-15 minutes or until broccoli and potatoes are fork tender.
- Pour the ingredients along with the lemon juice into a blender and puree.
- Serve garnished with yogurt, creme fraiche or sour cream and shaved parmesan if desired.
- To Freeze: Allow to cool, place in appropriate container or ziploc bag, label, and freeze. When ready, place in pot and heat through under low to medium heat or defrost in fridge over night.
Notes
If you want to freeze leftover soup, allow to cool, place in appropriate container or freezer bag, label, and freeze. When ready, place in pot and heat through over low to medium heat or defrost in fridge over night. This soup can be frozen for 4-6 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 490mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g