Hearty Broccoli Potato Soup
Hearty Broccoli Potato Soup is the epitome of comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings or cozy gatherings. This creamy, nutrient-packed soup features fresh broccoli and Yukon Gold potatoes, creating a rich texture that warms your soul. With simple ingredients and an easy preparation process, it’s an ideal weeknight dinner. Serve with crusty bread for a wholesome meal that fills both your belly and heart.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 cups Yukon Gold potatoes (diced)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or milk
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by washing and chopping the broccoli, dicing the potatoes, and finely chopping the onion and garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté the onions until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add diced potatoes and vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle boil and simmer for about 10 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
- Stir in broccoli florets and cook for another 5 minutes until they turn bright green.
- Blend the soup using an immersion blender until smooth or leave some chunks for texture.
- Stir in cream or milk, season with salt and pepper, and heat through before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg