This creamy and nutritious Broccoli Soup is both delicious and healthy, without the need for dairy or coconut cream. Topped with a flavorful nut and olive pesto, this soup is satisfying and full of rich flavors. It's also gluten-free, paleo, Whole30, and vegan-friendly, packed with anti-ageing antioxidants. This post has been recently updated!
Healthy Broccoli Soup
This broccoli soup not only tastes great but also offers numerous health benefits. Made with nutritious vegetables and healthy fats from olive oil, nuts, and olives, it's rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals.
By using white potatoes for thickness, this soup is both creamy and satiating. The starch in potatoes helps achieve a velvety texture without the need for dairy or coconut products. If avoiding nightshades, sweet potatoes or swedes/rutabaga can be used instead.
With approximately 25-28 grams of net carbohydrates per serving, this soup is suitable for low-carb or carb-restricted diets. It's also gluten-free and vegan-friendly, making it a versatile and nutritious option.
PS. If you're looking for another dairy-free, gluten-free veggie soup, try the curried broccoli cauliflower soup from Salted Plains.
Olive Pesto
Complementing the soup is a flavorful nut and olive pesto, reminiscent of olive tapenade with nutty, salty, and garlicky notes. This pesto adds depth and texture to the soup, enhancing its flavor profile.
Other toppings that work well include crispy bacon bits, fried shallots, shredded or diced chicken, sun-dried tomato pesto, or basil pesto.
Nutrition Notes
This vegetarian dish is nutrient-dense and packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals essential for overall health. It's a great source of vitamin K, protein, and fiber, making it a well-rounded and satisfying meal.
This healthy broccoli soup is suitable for paleo, gluten-free, Whole30, vegetarian, and vegan diets.
Nutrition Macros Per serving (with olive pesto): 365 calories, 35g total carbs, 7.5g fiber (28.5g net carbs), 8g protein, 24.7g fat.
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How To Make Healthy Broccoli Soup
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