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    Published: Jul 27, 2017 by Dina-Marie · Modified: Nov 13, 2021 11 Comments This post may contain affiliate links

    Best Broccoli Soup Recipe

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    This is absolutely the Best Broccoli Soup Recipe ever - and I mean ever! Not only is it delicious but it is also super easy AND it is a healthy broccoli soup! Definitely a comfort food.

    I know, it is hot outside. So, why am I giving you my Best Broccoli Soup recipe now? Because I am seeing a lot of beautiful fresh broccoli and it is on sale!

    Don't think that you can only use fresh broccoli though. This Best Broccoli Soup recipe works great and tastes delicious with frozen broccoli too!

    I love versatile recipes - Especially those that are budget friendly!

    So, if you come across a good sale on fresh broccoli, use it. Otherwise, if frozen is more economical - use it!

    In the following recipe, the directions say to blend the soup after it is cooked. I love the consistency of blended soup but if you prefer a chunkier soup, don't blend it.

    So, what makes this Best Broccoli Soup a Healthy Broccoli Soup?

    Whether you are using fresh or frozen broccoli, you are getting another vegetable in your menu plan which gives a diversity of nutrition. That is always good.

    But, the real secret that makes this a healthy broccoli soup is the use of chicken broth if you use "real" chicken broth. You can easily make you own chicken broth and there is even a video to show you how easy it is.

    Not convinced? Check out the Benefits of Bone Broth to see just how good for you it is.

    A photo of the best broccoli soup in a white bowl garnished with greens

    One thing I love about soups is the comfort of the meal. I mean, all you have to do is add some bread and maybe a salad and voila!

    Simple and Elegant.

    Nutritious and delicious.

    Tips for Making the Best Broccoli Soup Recipe

    • Use homemade chicken broth for extra flavor and nutrition. It really does make this a  extra healthy broccoli soup!
    • Try pairing the Best Broccoli Soup recipe with Carrot Raisin Muffins, Gluten Free Strawberry Muffins or even serve it in Sourdough Bread Bowls.

    I guarantee that you and yours will not be disappointed!

    Best Broccoli Soup Recipe - Healthy Broccoli Soup shown in white bowls on table with bread and spoons

     

    If you’ve tried this Best Broccoli Soup recipe or any other recipe on Cultured Palate please take a minute to rate the recipe and leave a comment letting me know how you liked it. I love hearing from you! You can also FOLLOW ME on PINTEREST, FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM, YouTube and TWITTER.

    Now for the recipe...

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    Best Broccoli Soup in a white bowl

    Best Broccoli Soup Recipe

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    A pleasing color and great mouthfeel. You'll love this comforting soup on a cool day.

    4.72 from 7 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 25 minutes mins
    Total Time 30 minutes mins

    Course Soup
    Cuisine American

    Servings 6 cups
    Calories 561 kcal

    Ingredients

      

    • 1 cups onion finely chopped
    • 6 tablespoon butter
    • 10 tablespoon flour
    • 2 teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon pepper
    • 3 cups chicken broth
    • 2 cups milk
    • 1 bunch broccoli cleaned and chopped or 1 package frozen broccoli, thawed
    • 2 cups grated cheddar cheese

    Instructions

     

    • Saute the onions in the butter.
    • When translucent, add the flour stirring quickly and constantly for the flour to absorb all the butter.
    • Quickly add the milk and stir well.
    • Add the chicken broth, broccoli and cheese - heat thoroughly.

    Notes

    Blended soups are smooth and creamy. If you prefer a chunkier soup, don't blend it.

    You can use fresh or frozen broccoli.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 561kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 27gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 25gCholesterol: 119mgSodium: 1871mgPotassium: 673mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 1855IUVitamin C: 101.7mgCalcium: 732mgIron: 2.2mg

    Keyword best broccoli soup recipe, broccoli soup recipe, healthy broccoli soup
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    1. Rust says

      July 28, 2017 at 6:41 am

      Hi Dina Maria! This looks like a winner of a recipe and I've got it saved to my pin board. I enjoy sharing good recipes across my social media when I find one that I really like. Have you considered adding share buttons to your posts? I would definitely use them! :)

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      • Dina-Marie says

        July 28, 2017 at 8:01 pm

        Rust, thank you for mentioning the social share buttons. Another reader just let me know that they were missing! The back-end of the site was updated and somehow they magically disappeared! They are there now on the side and at the bottom. Thanks for your encouragement!

        Reply
    2. Larryn Griffith says

      July 28, 2017 at 7:17 pm

      Hi! Your soup sounds delicious. I have one that's very similar, but it uses whipping cream, so it becomes quite thick. I think your recipe would be less heavy. Quick question -- you add the broccoli in at the end along with the broth and cheese, and heat thoroughly. During this heating time, does the broccoli have a chance to soften? Thank you for this post and for your feedback. I'm looking forward to giving this a try.

      Reply
      • Dina-Marie says

        July 28, 2017 at 7:35 pm

        Larryn, It does soften to a steamed consistency. If you would like it softer I would cook it first. Your addition of whipping cream sounds delicious!

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        • Larryn Griffith says

          July 28, 2017 at 9:10 pm

          Dina-Marie, thanks for getting back to me. The steamed consistency should be just fine. And I like the idea of not blending it -- it's wonderful to bite into softened chunks of broccoli! The whipping cream is good but heavy. I have another recipe for broccoli soup that has 2 cups of milk in it, but it also tends toward the really thick and heavy. Your recipe with just 1 cup of milk (and I think I'm going to try Lactose-Free or coconut milk) might work better. I'm also going to try using a veggie broth instead of the chicken broth to make it vegetarian. It works in my other recipes. Here's to good soup eating!

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          • Dina-Marie says

            July 29, 2017 at 10:37 am

            Larryn, let me know how it works because it sounds good!

            Reply
    3. Emily Kemp says

      March 27, 2018 at 9:15 am

      5 stars
      I always prefer creamy blended soups so this is right up my street, sound wonderful and healthy!

      Reply
    4. linda spiker says

      October 11, 2018 at 5:53 pm

      5 stars
      What a beautiful creamy soup!

      Reply
      • Dina-Marie says

        October 16, 2018 at 12:05 am

        Thanks, Linda, so glad you like it!

        Reply
    5. Megan Stevens says

      October 13, 2018 at 9:44 am

      5 stars
      Oh my goodness, yes! The bone broth and cheese, this looks amazing!!

      Reply
      • Dina-Marie says

        October 16, 2018 at 12:02 am

        Thanks, Megan! I hope you enjoy it!

        Reply

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