Description
This Garlic Italian Broccoli Soup is a vibrant symphony of robust garlic, tender broccoli, and classic Italian herbs, delivering pure comfort in every bowl. It’s flavorful, healthy, and easy to make, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- Fresh broccoli florets
- Broccoli stems (peeled and chopped)
- 6–8 cloves of garlic (minced)
- Medium yellow or white onion (finely diced)
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Low-sodium vegetable broth
- Italian seasoning (oregano, basil, thyme, rosemary)
- Parmesan cheese (for serving)
- Crushed red pepper flakes
- Cannellini beans (optional)
- Lemon juice (optional)
- Heavy cream, half-and-half, or non-dairy alternative (optional)
Instructions
- Prep Your Veggies: Wash and chop your broccoli into small florets. Peel and chop the stems finely. Mince your garlic and dice your onion.
- Sauté the Aromatics: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until translucent.
- Introduce the Garlic and Spices: Add minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes to the pot. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly. Stir in Italian seasoning.
- Add the Broccoli: Toss in the chopped broccoli florets and stems. Sauté for 3-5 minutes to coat with oil and aromatics.
- Pour in the Broth and Simmer: Add vegetable broth, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes until broccoli is tender.
- Blend to Perfection: Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth or blend two-thirds for a chunkier texture.
- Season and Finish: Taste and season with salt and pepper. Add lemon juice and a splash of cream or non-dairy alternative if desired.
- Serve: Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with Parmesan cheese, olive oil, and fresh herbs. Serve with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
Keywords: For added flavor, roast some broccoli florets before adding them to the soup. A squeeze of lemon juice at the end brightens the flavors. If you want a creamier texture, add a peeled and diced potato with the broccoli.