Healthy Broccoli Cheddar Soup With White Beans Recipe
This Healthy Broccoli Cheddar Soup with White Beans is a comforting, nutrient-packed recipe that combines fresh broccoli, creamy white beans, and reduced-fat cheddar cheese for a wholesome and delicious meal. Perfect for a cozy lunch or dinner, this soup is flavored with warming spices and uses simple ingredients to create a smooth, cheesy texture without excess fat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Soup Base
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ small yellow onion, diced
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
- 2 medium-sized carrots, shredded
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 medium-sized heads of fresh broccoli, cut
- 1 (15 ounce) can white beans, drained and rinsed
- 8 ounces reduced-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Heat Vegetables: Place a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil, diced onion, minced garlic, and shredded carrots. Cook for 2-3 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
- Add Spices: Stir in salt, black pepper, ground cumin, and nutmeg. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the carrots start to brown slightly and absorb the spices.
- Add Broth and Broccoli: Pour in the vegetable broth and use a wooden spoon to scrape any bits stuck to the bottom. Add the chopped broccoli and mix well to coat with spices and vegetables. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until broccoli is tender.
- Add White Beans: Stir in the drained and rinsed white beans until combined.
- Blend Soup: Remove the pot from heat. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth and creamy, ensuring broccoli and beans are fully pureed.
- Melt Cheese: Return the soup to low heat and gradually add the shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, reserving a handful for garnish. Stir until cheese is fully melted and the soup is warmed through.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with the reserved cheddar cheese for garnish. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a thinner consistency, add more vegetable broth or water when blending.
- You can substitute white beans with cannellini or navy beans if preferred.
- To make this soup vegan, omit the cheese or use a dairy-free cheese alternative.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave to prevent the cheese from separating.
Keywords: Broccoli Cheddar Soup, Healthy Soup, White Bean Soup, Low Fat Soup, Vegetarian Soup, Comfort Food
