Description
A rich, creamy, and comforting Broccoli Cheddar Soup made with fresh broccoli, aromatic vegetables, and melty cheddar cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 3 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk or unsweetened almond milk
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 3 cups chopped broccoli florets
- 1 large carrot, julienned or finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese (about 2 cups)
- Optional: Homemade croutons for topping
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, sea salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until the onion softens and becomes translucent.
- Add the chopped garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Sprinkle in the flour and whisk continuously for 1–2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Slowly pour in the milk while whisking to avoid clumps. Then add the vegetable broth and stir to combine.
- Add the chopped broccoli, carrot, and Dijon mustard. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 15–20 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.
- Gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until fully melted and the soup is creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve warm, optionally topped with homemade croutons.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, use almond milk and dairy-free cheese.
- Frozen broccoli can be used; thaw and drain before adding.
- Onion powder can substitute fresh onion in a pinch.
- Blend part of the soup for a smoother texture, or leave it chunky.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: broccoli cheddar soup, creamy soup, vegetarian soup, comfort food, broccoli cheese soup