Broccoli soup
Nutrition per serving
A bright green, velvety soup that puts broccoli centre stage: light and rich in fibre and vitamin C, it makes a comforting dinner for weight loss. Creamy without any cream thanks to a potato, it also makes broccoli easier to enjoy, even for the most reluctant eaters.
Preparation: 10 min | Cooking: 20 min | Servings: 4 | Difficulty: Easy
Calculated per serving from Anses Ciqual 2025 values for each ingredient, based on the quantities in the list. Household measures (spoonfuls, pieces) use average weights. 113 kcal · 5 g protein · 11 g carbohydrate · 4 g fat
Ingredients
Method
- Cut the broccoli into florets and peel the potato and onion.
- Soften the onion in the oil, then add the broccoli and potato.
- Cover with water or stock and cook for 15 to 18 minutes.
- Blend until smooth, season and serve piping hot.
Nutritional benefits
Broccoli is a remarkable cruciferous vegetable: very low in calories, it is rich in fibre, vitamin C, vitamin K and sulphur compounds studied for their protective effects. As a soup it becomes mild and creamy, which makes it easier to eat, including for children. The potato gives a silky texture without cream, keeping the dish light. It is a filling, green weight-loss dinner full of micronutrients.
Variations and substitutions
- Higher in protein: a little soft cheese, red lentils or a poached egg.
- More indulgent: a little goat’s cheese or some seeds.
- Mixed: broccoli with courgette or with spinach.
- Dairy-free: no dairy at all, just blended until smooth.
Storage and making ahead
This soup keeps for 3 to 4 days in the fridge and freezes well. Reheat gently. To keep a lovely green colour, do not overcook it and blend it as soon as it is done.
💡 Good to know
Do not throw away the broccoli stalk: peeled and chopped, it is just as tasty blended into the soup, and it cuts food waste. A short cooking time preserves the colour and the vitamins.
See also
Discover more weight-loss recipes · vegetarian recipes · low-GI recipes · gluten-free recipes.
Ingredients in this recipe: broccoli · potato · onion · olive oil · salt.
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