Healthy Broccoli White Bean Cheddar Soup Recipe

This creamy and comforting Broccoli White Bean Cheddar Soup is a healthy and delicious meal perfect for lunch or a light dinner! I adapted this EatingWell recipe to be lower in fat by using fat-free cheddar cheese, but it's still packed with flavor. Enjoy it with a grilled cheese (on light bread with reduced-fat cheese, of course!) and an apple for a complete and satisfying meal. This recipe easily adjusts to your serving needs!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 122.4 kcal
Protein 16g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Healthy Broccoli White Bean Cheddar Soup

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How to Make Healthy Broccoli White Bean Cheddar Soup

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups vegetable broth and 1 cup water to a boil over high heat.
  2. Add 1 large head of broccoli, cut into florets, and cook until tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in 1 (15-ounce) can of cannellini beans, rinsed and drained, and cook until heated through, about 2 minutes.
  4. Carefully transfer half of the soup mixture to a blender (or use an immersion blender). Add 1/2 cup of shredded fat-free cheddar cheese and blend until smooth and creamy.
  5. Repeat step 4 with the remaining soup mixture and cheese.
  6. Return the blended soup to the saucepan and stir to combine. Heat through gently. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve warm and enjoy! Garnish with extra cheese or a sprinkle of fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

0g

Carbs

7g

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