Broccoli Soup Light Recipe

Craving creamy broccoli soup without the guilt? This lightened-up recipe delivers all the comforting flavor with significantly fewer calories and fat! Enjoy a delicious and healthy bowl packed with protein and veggies in just 20 minutes. Perfect for a weeknight meal or a healthy lunch. Nutrition info (per serving): 230 calories, 5g fat, 16g carbs, 18g protein.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 197.4 kcal
Protein 28g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Broccoli Soup Light

  • 1 tablespoon margarine
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 4 cups chopped frozen broccoli florets
  • 2 cups low-sodium fat-free chicken broth
  • 1 cup nonfat milk
  • 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh chives (optional)

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How to Make Broccoli Soup Light

  1. Melt 1 tablespoon of margarine in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add 1/2 cup chopped onion and 1/2 cup chopped celery. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add 4 cups chopped broccoli florets and 2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until broccoli is tender-crisp, about 5 minutes.
  5. Carefully transfer the soup to a blender (or use an immersion blender) and puree until smooth.
  6. Return the pureed soup to the saucepan. Stir in 1 cup of low-fat milk and 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Heat through gently, do not boil.
  8. Adjust consistency by adding more broth or milk if needed. Garnish with extra cheese and fresh chives (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

42 g

Sugar

35g

Fat

20g

Carbs

5g

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