Best 7 Easy But Elegant Broccoli Soup Recipes

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Broccoli soup is a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a versatile dish that can be tailored to your own taste preferences, and it is also a great way to sneak some extra vegetables into your diet. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dish, there is sure to be a broccoli soup recipe out there that is perfect for you. From creamy and cheesy to light and flavorful, our collection of easy but elegant broccoli soup recipes has something for everyone. So grab a bowl and a spoon and get ready to enjoy a delicious and nutritious meal.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

EASIEST BROCCOLI SOUP EVER



Easiest Broccoli Soup EVER image

This cheesy cream of broccoli recipe takes very little time and tastes amazing. Perfect for a quick meal after a long day. I prefer to use organic broccoli and milk.

Provided by brighatea

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Broccoli Soup Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound broccoli, cut into small pieces
2 cups milk
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the insert. Bring the water to a boil. Add the broccoli, cover the pot, and steam the broccoli until fork-tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Transfer broccoli to a blender and allow to cool slightly, about 5 minutes.
  • Place milk, Cheddar cheese, and Parmesan cheese in the blender. Carefully start the blender, using a few quick pulses to get the mixture moving before leaving it on to puree. Alternately, you can use a stick blender and puree in a bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448.4 calories, Carbohydrate 27.4 g, Cholesterol 83.2 mg, Fat 25.8 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 30.4 g, SaturatedFat 15.9 g, Sodium 602.3 mg, Sugar 15.6 g

EASY BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP



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Recipe video above. This Broccoli Soup is a cream of broccoli soup that's thick and creamy, with a great hit of cheese! It's creamy whether you make it with or without cream, though the cream does add an extra edge of luxury. Don't forget the hot crusty bread for dunking!

Provided by Nagi | RecipeTin Eats

Categories     Soup

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tbsp (15g) butter ((or olive oil))
2 garlic cloves (, minced)
1 onion (, diced (brown, white yellow))
4 cups (1 litre) chicken broth / stock (, low sodium (or veg stock))
1.5 cups (325ml) water
700g / 1.4lb) broccoli florets ((2 large broccoli + diced peeled stem, Note 1))
2 potatoes (, peeled and diced into 1.5cm / 2/3" cubes)
3/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1.5 cups (150g) cheddar cheese (, shredded (or other cheese of choice))
3/4 cup (165ml) cream or milk
Cream, for drizzling
Extra grated cheese

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large pot over medium high heat. Add onion and garlic, saute for 2 minutes until onion is softened.
  • Add broth/ water, broccoli, potato, salt and pepper. Bring to simmer, then place the lid on, turn the heat down to medium high and cook for 20 minutes or until the broccoli is soft.
  • Turn stove off (but leave on stove). Puree using a stick blender until smooth (Note 2).
  • Stir in cream, then add cheese a handful at a time, stirring in between to melt.
  • Taste and add more salt if desired.
  • Ladle into bowls. Drizzle with cream and top with extra grated cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 544 g, Calories 366 kcal, Carbohydrate 24 g, Protein 15 g, Fat 25 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Cholesterol 84 mg, Sodium 630 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 4 g

CREAMY BROCCOLI SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY



Creamy Broccoli Soup Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: olive oil, small onion, garlics, kosher salt, pepper, mashed potato, broccoli, low sodium vegetable broth, milk, ground nutmeg

Provided by Rachel Gaewski

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, diced
3 garlics, minced
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon pepper
2 cups mashed potato
2 small heads broccoli, including stems, chopped
2 ½ cups low sodium vegetable broth
2 ½ cups milk, of your choice
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, until semi-translucent. Add the garlic, salt, and pepper and cook for 2-3 minutes more, until the garlic is fragrant.
  • Add the mashed potatoes, broccoli, vegetable broth, and milk and bring to a boil. Cover and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 20 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.
  • Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth.
  • Stir in the nutmeg, then ladle into bowls.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479 calories, Carbohydrate 65 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 11 grams

EASY BUT ELEGANT BROCCOLI SOUP



Easy but Elegant Broccoli Soup image

This soup is very easy to prepare and ready in less than half an hour. It can be served hot or cold.

Provided by Irmgard

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons butter
1 onion, sliced
1 carrot, sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
4 cups chicken stock
1 lb broccoli, chopped
1 cup light cream
salt and pepper
chopped fresh parsley (to garnish)

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat; cook the onion, carrot and garlic for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the stock and bring to a boil; add the broccoli.
  • Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, until the broccoli is tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • In a blender or food processor, puree the soup in batches and transfer to a glass bowl.
  • Stir in the cream; season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until chilled.
  • Sprinkle with parsley just before serving.
  • If you prefer hot soup, serve when ready with a sprinkling of chopped parsley on each serving.

ELEGANT BROCCOLI



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A citrusy splash of lemon brightens fresh Elegant Broccoli, a mouthwatering side dish from Sarah Smith of Edgewood, Kentucky. "It's extremely easy to throw together in a few microwave minutes, and that's especially useful when the entrée is more elaborate," she says. "Plus, everyone loves it!"-Sarah Smith, Edgewood, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1-1/2 pounds fresh broccoli, cut into florets
1/4 cup water
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Dash cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Place broccoli and water in a large microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on high for 3-4 minutes or until tender; drain and keep warm., For sauce, in a microwave-safe bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Cover and microwave on high for 1-2 minutes or until warmed, stirring once. Serve over broccoli.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 calories, Fat 17g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 273mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

EASY BROCCOLI CHEDDAR SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY



Easy Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: small onion, medium red bell pepper, broccoli, butter, all purpose flour, evaporated milk, vegetable broth, shredded cheddar cheese, McCormick® Garlic Powder, salt and pepper

Provided by Andrea Linton

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 small onion, chopped
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
1 broccoli, cut into small florets
6 tablespoons butter
¼ cup all purpose flour
1 can evaporated milk
1 can vegetable broth
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
½ teaspoon McCormick® Garlic Powder
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat and sauté the onion, red pepper and broccoli for a couple of minutes. Cover and steam for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onion is translucent and broccoli is tender.
  • Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir for one minute, until there are no dry spots of flour left. Gradually stir in the evaporated milk and cook, stirring frequently, until mixture thickens and comes to a boil.
  • Add the remaining ingredients. Heat for 5 to 10 minutes until heated through and the cheese is melted.
  • Serve with bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 962 calories, Carbohydrate 63 grams, Fat 71 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 23 grams, Sugar 22 grams

BROCCOLI ELEGANT



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My family loves this creamy vegetable side dish. As pretty as it is tasty, it's an extra-special way to serve broccoli, and it really dresses up a table.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups water
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons butter, divided
2 packages (6 ounces each) corn bread stuffing mix
2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen broccoli spears, cooked and drained
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/3 cups milk
3 ounces cream cheese, softened and cubed
2 green onions, sliced
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/8 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the water, 1/4 cup butter and the seasoning packet from stuffing mixes; bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; add stuffing crumbs and toss. Let stand for 5 minutes. , Spoon stuffing around edges of a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Place broccoli spears in center of dish. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt remaining butter. Stir in the flour, bouillon and salt until smooth. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Add cream cheese; stir until melted. Add onions; mix well. Pour over broccoli. Cover and bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with cheese and paprika.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Choose the right broccoli: Look for broccoli with tightly closed florets and a deep green color. Avoid broccoli with yellowing or wilted florets.
  • Don't overcook the broccoli: Broccoli should be cooked until it is tender but still has a slight crunch. Overcooked broccoli will become mushy and lose its flavor.
  • Use a good quality broth: The broth is the base of the soup, so it's important to use a good quality broth. You can use chicken broth, vegetable broth, or beef broth.
  • Add some flavor enhancers: To add more flavor to the soup, you can add some garlic, onion, celery, carrots, or leeks. You can also add some herbs, such as thyme, rosemary, or oregano.
  • Garnish the soup: Before serving, garnish the soup with some chopped parsley, chives, or croutons. This will add some color and flavor to the soup.

Conclusion:

Broccoli soup is a delicious and healthy soup that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover broccoli. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a delicious bowl of broccoli soup that the whole family will love.

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