Healing Broccoli and Cauliflower Cream Soup
Ingredients
For 4-6 servings:
- Broccoli: 500g (17.6 oz / 2 medium heads)
- Cauliflower: 400g (14.1 oz / 1 medium head)
- Potatoes: 200g (7 oz / 2 medium)
- Carrots: 150g (5.3 oz / 2 medium)
- Onions: 150g (5.3 oz / 1 large)
- Olive oil: 3 tablespoons (45ml)
- Vegetable broth: 240ml (1 cup)
- Cream (10%): 120ml (1/2 cup)
- Soft cheese: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Fresh green onions: 30g (1 oz / 4-5 stalks)
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables
- Wash and cut broccoli and cauliflower into florets
- Peel and dice potatoes into 1-inch cubes
- Peel and slice carrots
- Dice onions finely
- Chop green onions for garnish
- Start the Base
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat
- Sauté onions until translucent (5-7 minutes)
- Add carrots and cook for another 3-4 minutes
- Create the Soup
- Add potatoes, broccoli, and cauliflower to the pot
- Pour in vegetable broth
- Add enough water to just cover the vegetables
- Season with salt and pepper
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes
- Finish and Blend
- Once vegetables are tender, remove from heat
- Add cream and soft cheese
- Blend until smooth using an immersion blender
- Adjust seasoning to taste
- Serve
- Ladle into bowls
- Garnish with fresh green onions and reserved broccoli florets
- Drizzle with a touch of olive oil if desired
Timing
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 25-30 minutes
- Total time: 40-45 minutes
Nutritional Information
Per serving (based on 6 servings):
- Calories: 245
- Protein: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 6g
- Fat: 14g
- Vitamin C: 120% DV
- Vitamin K: 135% DV
- Folate: 65% DV
Expert Tips and Tricks
- Steam a few extra broccoli florets separately for garnish
- Use an immersion blender for the smoothest consistency
- Add a pinch of nutmeg for enhanced flavor
- Reserve some of the cooking liquid before blending to adjust consistency
- For maximum digestive benefits, don’t overcook the vegetables
Variations and Substitutions
- Replace cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free version
- Substitute soft cheese with nutritional yeast for a vegan option
- Add celery root for additional flavor depth
- Include garlic for immune-boosting properties
- Use bone broth instead of vegetable broth for added protein
