Description
This creamy broccoli soup recipe is made with cauliflower, avocado, herbs, spices, and collagen for protein. Dairy-free, freezable, and ready in 45 minutes or less.
Ingredients
FOR THE SOUP:
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 large yellow onion, roughly chopped
1 large carrot with skin, sliced to 1/8” rounds
1 teaspoon sea salt, divided
1 leek (white parts only), chopped & rinsed (see note)
3–4 large garlic cloves, smashed
32-ounce container low-sodium chicken or beef broth
1 (16-ounce) bag frozen broccoli florets
1 (12-ounce) bag frozen cauliflower rice
2 teaspoons fresh thyme (or 3/4 teaspoon dried)
1/2 avocado
4–5 scoops unflavored collagen peptides
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
Freshly cracked black pepper
OPTIONAL TOPPINGS:
Hemp seeds
Pumpkin seeds
Fresh thyme
Freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
Instructions
Prep the Frozen Veggies: Set the bags of broccoli and cauliflower on the counter to thaw slightly while you prep veggies.
Sauté the Aromatics: In a 6.5-quart stock pot, warm the extra virgin olive oil over medium-low heat. Add the onion, carrot, and ½ teaspoon sea salt. Sauté, stirring occasionally, until the onions begin to soften, about 3 minutes.
Add the leeks and garlic and sauté for 2-3 more minutes until translucent and fragrant. Stir often to prevent burning.
Simmer the Soup: Add the chicken broth, broccoli, cauliflower rice, thyme, and remaining ½ teaspoon salt. Cover, bring to a boil, then reduce to medium and simmer until the broccoli is fork tender, about 15 minutes.
Blend the Soup: Remove from heat. Using an immersion blender, carefully purée the soup until mostly smooth. Start slow and gradually increase the speed as you go. Add the avocado, collagen, cumin, and coriander, and blend until smooth and creamy (about 10 minutes total).
Serve & Garnish: Ladle the broccoli soup into bowls, season with fresh cracked pepper to taste, and garnish with your favorite toppings.
Notes
Leek Prep Tip: Remove the greens and the tip of the stem. Cut the leek in half lengthwise and slice it into ⅛” half rounds. Rinse the pieces thoroughly in a mesh strainer after cutting, using your fingers to separate the layers. Wipe down the cutting board afterward to remove any sand.
No immersion blender? Let the soup cool slightly, then blend in small batches in a high-speed blender or food processor.
For a vegetarian/vegan option: Use veggie broth and omit the collagen peptides.
This soup is delicious and easy! Thanks for the instructions on how to prepare a leek. It’ll be in frequent rotation in my home!
I’m so glad you enjoyed my Broccoli Soup Recipe and that the leek preparation tip was helpful.