Warming Italian Broccoli Soup
A comforting and healthy Italian soup made with fresh broccoli, garlic, and onions, perfect for chilly evenings or a light lunch.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets Organic broccoli is recommended for best flavor.
- 1 medium onion, chopped Any type of onion can be used.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Adjust garlic to taste.
- 4 cups vegetable broth Homemade or store-bought vegetable broth.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil Extra virgin olive oil enhances flavor.
- to taste salt Use sea salt for better flavor.
- to taste pepper Freshly ground black pepper is preferred.
- optional Parmesan cheese, grated Add before serving for extra richness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Add broccoli florets and stir for a few minutes.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until broccoli is tender, about 10-15 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, topped with Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
For a richer taste, consider adding a splash of cream or Greek yogurt before serving. This soup stores well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.