Best 14 Effortless Broccoli Soup Recipes

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Broccoli soup is a delightful and nutritious dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber, and it can be made in a variety of ways to suit your taste and dietary needs. Whether you are looking for a creamy and indulgent soup or a lighter and healthier option, there is an effortless broccoli soup recipe out there for you. In this article, we will explore some of the best recipes for effortless broccoli soup, so you can find the perfect one to warm your heart and soul.

Here are our top 14 tried and tested recipes!

BEST CREAM OF BROCCOLI SOUP



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This recipe is thick and flavorful. It is simple, delicious, and quick to make, enjoy (I know you will).

Provided by Jessie A.

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Cream Soup Recipes     Cream of Broccoli Soup

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 tablespoons butter, divided
1 onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
3 cups chicken broth
8 cups broccoli florets
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in medium sized stock pot, and saute onion and celery until tender. Add broccoli and broth, cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Pour the soup into a blender, filling the pitcher no more than halfway full. Hold down the lid of the blender with a folded kitchen towel, and carefully start the blender, using a few quick pulses to get the soup moving before leaving it on to puree. Puree in batches until smooth and pour into a clean pot. Alternately, you can use a stick blender and puree the soup right in the cooking pot.
  • In small saucepan, over medium-heat melt 3 tablespoons butter, stir in flour and add milk. Stir until thick and bubbly, and add to soup. Season with pepper and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.2 calories, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 31.9 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 9.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 528 mg, Sugar 7 g

EASY BROCCOLI SOUP



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I saw this being made on TV (AWW) and thought it looked really good. On the programme they said to serve with toasted slices of french bread which were topped with crumbled blue cheese and grilled. I didn't have any on hand so I topped mine with parmesan cheese. I also, the second time round added some chopped bacon and simmered for another 15mins after I had blended the soup. You could also top each bowl of soup with a spoon of cream for a special occasion.

Provided by Jen T

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 -2 tablespoon oil
1 onion (diced)
2 garlic cloves (minced or use 2teasp from a jar)
1 large head broccoli (trimmed and chopped, about 500g)
1 potato (peeled & diced or leave skin on if you prefer)
6 cups chicken stock (homemade, from a carton or use 6teasp granules to 6 cups water or to your taste)
salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 -3 slices bacon (diced, optional variation)

Steps:

  • In a large deep pan heat the oil over medium and add the onion & garlic.
  • Cook gently until softened for about 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the potato, broccoli and stock and bring to the boil.
  • Turn heat down and simmer for 20 mins until vegetables are cooked.
  • Either pour into a blender and blend or use a stick blender in pan to make a smooth mixture.
  • If using a blender add soup back to the pan and heat gently.
  • It is at this point you can add the chopped bacon and simmer til bacon is cooked, about 15mins, then check seasoning.
  • If not adding the bacon, check seasoning and add salt & pepper to taste & reheat gently.
  • Serve in nice bowls with slices of french bread which have been toasted on one side, turned over and topped with either blue cheese or whatever cheese you have on hand and grilled for a few mins til melted & crispy, on the side.
  • Note: cooking time does not include the extra time for the bacon addition.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212, Fat 9, SaturatedFat 2.3, Cholesterol 12.3, Sodium 442.4, Carbohydrate 23.6, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 6.6, Protein 10.7

BROCCOLI SOUP



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My friend's wife introduced me to this recipe. I HATE broccoli, but loved this soup. I ate every drop. It's simple and good!

Provided by LONBINDER

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

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
2 (10 ounce) packages chopped frozen broccoli, thawed
1 potato, peeled and chopped
4 cups chicken broth
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan, and saute onion and garlic until tender. Mix in broccoli, potato, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
  • With a hand mixer or in a blender, puree the mixture until smooth. Return to the saucepan, and reheat. Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63.5 calories, Carbohydrate 10.2 g, Fat 2 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 19.6 mg, Sugar 2 g

EFFORTLESS BROCCOLI SOUP



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This soup is easy to make, good and very good for you. Nice and thick, it easily serves as a meal for two. -Betty Vaughn, Elkhart, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons butter
2 cups chopped fresh broccoli
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
Sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Add the broccoli, broth, garlic powder, pepper and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until broccoli is tender, 10-12 minutes. Cool slightly., In a blender, cover and process soup until smooth. Return to the pan and heat through. Garnish servings with sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 840mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

BROCCOLI SOUP



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Puree the Neelys' top-rated Broccoli Soup recipe from Down Home with the Neelys on Food Network for a creamy vegetable soup garnished with homemade croutons.

Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 tablespoons butter, room temperature
1 1/2 pounds fresh broccoli
1 large onion, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup cream
Homemade Croutons, recipe follows
Day old French bread
Olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Melt 4 tablespoons butter in heavy medium pot over medium-high heat. Add broccoli, onion, carrot, salt and pepper and saute until onion is translucent, about 6 minutes. Add the flour and cook for 1 minute, until the flour reaches a blonde color. Add stock and bring to boil.
  • Simmer uncovered until broccoli is tender, about 15 minutes. Pour in cream. With an immersion blender, puree the soup. Add salt and pepper, to taste, and then replace the lid back on the pot. Serve hot with Homemade Croutons.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Cut bread into cubes and place in a large bowl. Drizzle cubes with olive oil, salt, pepper and red pepper flakes. Mix well.
  • Spread seasoned bread onto a sheet pan and bake for about 15 minutes.

SIMPLE CREAM OF BROCCOLI SOUP



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup cream, heavy, light or half-n-half
1 onion, chopped
1 russet potato, peeled and chop
Nutmeg, to taste
6 cups canned chicken stock, warmed
Salt
3 cups chopped broccoli florets and stems
Pepper

Steps:

  • In a large pot, melt butter and cook onion until tender over medium high heat. Add potato and toss to coat with butter. Add hot stock and bring to a simmer. Stir in broccoli and return to a simmer. When potato and broccoli are tender, puree in batches in a blender or food processor. Return to pot and add cream. Season to taste and serve warm.

EASY BROCCOLI & MUSHROOM SOUP



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This is an easy soup that you can prepare, with all the flavor, if you're running low on things in your pantry. why? because you can substitute anything in this recipe for something else!

Provided by frank.johnson.the.tr

Categories     Stew

Time 40m

Yield 1-2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup butter
1/2 onion
2 1/2 cups mushrooms
2 1/2 cups broccoli
1 -2 tablespoon garlic
1 -2 stick celery
flour
1/2 cup milk
2 -3 cups chicken stock

Steps:

  • set the stove to low or medium heat and grab your pot you're going to be cooking with.
  • put the butter in, and let it heat up for a minute. (any oil will work too).
  • add your onion and garlic, and if your heart desires, feel free to add some pepper flakes for a nice kick. (this is mostly to add flavor).
  • after you've sauteed that for a few minutes (until a light brown color), add your mushrooms and let them cook. (if you dont have mushrooms, you can use bacon, zuchinni, potatoes etc.).
  • once you have your onions and garlic and mushrooms, you can sprinkle in some flour to give your soup a little thickness. if you prefer to use another kind of thickener, thats totally okay!
  • after we put some flour in we're gonna go ahead and stir it up good to make sure it's lump free. also let it cook for at least 30 seconds.
  • then you can add your milk in and stir it up. I usually go ahead and put the broccoli in at this time. (any other vegetable will work too! :)).
  • now you can add in the chicken stock and let it simmer for as long as you want and it's ready! feel free to add any spices you want throughout the course of making this. I didn't put anything specific in the ingredients because I tend to just add my spices in by taste.
  • some spices I use that you could use are: seasoned salt, black pepper, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder (although we've already used those in this recipe, I feel it adds good flavor.) thyme, curry, and accent. I also loveee to throw some valentina in when i cook. feel free to use my suggestions. or not :) have a good day and hopefully you made this!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 814.5, Fat 57.9, SaturatedFat 33.7, Cholesterol 153.5, Sodium 1270.8, Carbohydrate 52.5, Fiber 9.4, Sugar 18.1, Protein 29.8

EASY BUT ELEGANT BROCCOLI SOUP



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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.

BROCCOLI & POTATO SOUP



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If I don't have frozen broccoli on hand, I like to use frozen spinach or chopped carrots and celery instead. -Mary Price, Youngstown, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups cubed peeled potatoes
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup water
Dash pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 cups frozen broccoli florets
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/3 cup fat-free milk
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
Minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the first seven ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Stir in broccoli; return to a boil., In a small bowl, whisk flour and milk until smooth; stir into soup. Cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat; cool slightly., Process in batches in a blender until smooth. Return to pan; heat through. Sprinkle servings with cheese and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 636mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BEST BROCCOLI SOUP



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Here's a creamy, comforting broccoli soup. It's a delicious way to eat your vegetables. -Carolyn Weinberg, Custer, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups water
4 cups chopped fresh broccoli (about 1-1/2 pounds)
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped carrots
1/2 cup chopped onion
6 tablespoons butter, cubed
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups chicken broth
2 cups 2% milk
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon onion salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, bring water to boil. Add the broccoli, celery and carrots; boil 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain; set vegetables aside. , In the same pot, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in flour to form a smooth paste. Gradually stir in broth and milk until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. , Stir in reserved vegetables and remaining ingredients. Reduce heat; cook, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 868mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

REALLY EASY BROCCOLI SOUP



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This comes from the Company's Coming Soup and Sandwich Cookbook by Jean Pare. It's so quick and easy to make after a long day at work.

Provided by Dreamer in Ontario

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

10 ounces frozen chopped broccoli
1 cup water
10 ounces cream of mushroom soup or 10 ounces cream of chicken soup
1 1/4 cups milk
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup cheddar cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook broccoli in water until tender.
  • Do not drain.
  • Add remaining ingredients except cheese and simmer for 3 or 4 minutes.
  • Run through blender until you have desired consistency. ( you can set aside a few flowerettes for garnish).
  • Stir in cheese if using.
  • For Vegetarian do not use Cream of Chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.1, Fat 17.2, SaturatedFat 8.5, Cholesterol 34.6, Sodium 1193.5, Carbohydrate 15.7, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 2.7, Protein 7.6

EASIEST BROCCOLI SOUP EVER



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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

BROCCOLI CHEDDAR SOUP



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My husband Eric and I eat dinner together to spend some quality time together. This cheesy broccoli cheddar soup is proof that soup doesn't need to be made in big batches to be good. —Cheryl McRae, West Valley, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
3/4 cup chicken broth
1 cup cooked chopped fresh or frozen broccoli
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended; gradually add milk and broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes., Add broccoli. Cook and stir until heated through. Remove from the heat; stir in cheese until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 494 calories, Fat 37g fat (24g saturated fat), Cholesterol 116mg cholesterol, Sodium 1145mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

CREAMY BROCCOLI SOUP



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A quick, creamy, hearty soup.

Provided by Marge

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Cream Soup Recipes     Cream of Broccoli Soup

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups chicken broth
2 ½ cups fresh broccoli
¼ cup chopped onion
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ teaspoon dried oregano
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring broth to a boil. Add broccoli and onion. Cook for five minutes, or until broccoli is tender.
  • In a separate bowl, slowly add milk to flour, and mix until well blended.
  • Stir flour mixture into broth mixture. Cook, stirring constantly, until soup is thick and bubbly. Add cheese if desired; stir until melted. Add seasonings and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.8 calories, Carbohydrate 9.1 g, Cholesterol 27.6 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 10.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 480.6 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right broccoli: Look for broccoli with tightly closed florets and a deep green color. Avoid broccoli with yellow or wilted florets.
  • Wash the broccoli thoroughly: Rinse the broccoli under cold water to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Cut the broccoli into bite-sized pieces: This will help the broccoli cook evenly.
  • Don't overcook the broccoli: Broccoli should be cooked until it is tender but still has a slight crunch.
  • 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 your favorite vegetables: You can add other vegetables to the soup, such as carrots, celery, onions, or potatoes.
  • Season the soup to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
  • Serve the soup hot: Broccoli soup is best served hot. You can garnish the soup with grated Parmesan cheese, croutons, or a dollop of sour cream.

Conclusion:

Broccoli soup is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make soup. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. You can customize the soup to your liking by adding different vegetables, spices, and toppings. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give broccoli soup a try.

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