Description
Indulge in a guilt-free bowl of Skinny Broccoli Cheddar Soup, a lightened-up version of the classic comfort food. This creamy and flavorful soup is perfect for a cozy night in or as a starter for a dinner party.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, shredded
Broth and Dairy:
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk or skim milk
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot, sauté onion and garlic until softened.
- Cook Vegetables: Add broccoli, carrots, broth, and simmer until tender.
- Add Flavor: Stir in milk, Dijon mustard, paprika, salt, pepper.
- Thicken: Mix cornstarch with water, add to soup and simmer until thickened.
- Melt Cheese: Reduce heat, stir in cheddar until creamy.
- Blend: Use immersion blender for a smoother texture.
- Serve: Garnish and enjoy hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, garnish with cheddar, red pepper flakes, or fresh chives.
- To make it vegan, use dairy-free cheddar and vegetable broth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
