Description
Creamy Broccoli Potato Soup is a comforting, velvety soup packed with nutritious vegetables and creamy goodness. The combination of tender broccoli, hearty potatoes, and a creamy base makes this soup incredibly satisfying and perfect for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 2 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 4 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth for more flavor)
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy, such as almond or oat milk)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Add the diced potatoes and broccoli florets to the pot. Stir to combine with the onions and garlic.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once it reaches a boil, reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes and broccoli are tender.
- Once the vegetables are tender, use an immersion blender to blend the soup directly in the pot until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a regular blender, blend until smooth, and return to the pot.
- Stir in the milk and heavy cream (if using). Add salt, pepper, and thyme to taste. Let the soup simmer for another 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Ladle the soup into bowls, and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, if desired. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It’s perfect for meal prepping!
- If you prefer a dairy-free version, use non-dairy milk and skip the heavy cream or use a dairy-free alternative.
- If the soup is too thick, simply add more broth or milk to reach your desired consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering, Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
