Broccoli and Potato Soup is satisfying, smooth and creamy. However, the great advantage of this soup is that it uses potatoes to provide a creamy texture so that no heavy cream is required.
It is quick and easy to make, lovely to eat and extremely nutritious. Made from simple ingredients, it is quick to prepare and you can have it on the table in 40 minutes.
Even if you’re not a fan of broccoli you may enjoy this recipe. Blended to a smooth puree it no longer resembles its raw form and the addition of potatoes, onions, garlic and thyme balance out the broccoli flavours. It has a velvety texture and a mild flavour and you may find that children will also enjoy it.
Make this soup your own. The basic recipe is vegan and gluten-free and delicious as it is. However, if you do not have specific dietary restrictions you can tailor it to your own requirement. If you would like a more creamy soup, drizzle some cream on top or dollop on some Greek yoghurt just before serving. Or you could sprinkle some grated parmesan on top or serve with some pieces of crispy bacon.
If you prefer a more simple soup, try our Potato Soup. You may also wish to try our delicious Spiced Pumpkin and Sweet Potato Soup.
Delight in the knowledge that not only does it taste good, it is also good for you.
Xx Alex and Faye
P.S. Looking for some variety in your soup recipes? I recommend you also give our Roasted Capsicum Soup with Basil Oil or Carrot Soup a try.
Broccoli and Potato Soup
Ingredients
For the Soup:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion large, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic peeled and chopped
- 500 gm broccoli divided into florets (reserve the stems*)
- 2 potatoes medium, peeled and chopped
- 3 cups vegetable stock
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- sea salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves *
To Garnish: (optional)
- fresh parsley leaves
- finely grated lemon zest
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.Saute onion about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, but do not let it colour.
- Add garlic, saute about 2 minutes. Be careful it does not burn.
- Add broccoli, potato, vegetable stock and thyme leaves.
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. - Bring the mixture a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.Remove from the heat and add the parsley leaves.*
- With a hand mixer, or in a blender, puree the mixture until smooth.Reheat in the saucepan, season to taste with salt, and pepper*.
- Add a little finely zested lemon rind and some chopped parsley to the top of each of the bowls.*
Notes
Nutrition
I’ve been making this broccoli soup for my son who hates vegetables but loves having this for dinner! It’s my fourth time making this and each time I sneak in a bit more broccoli lol! Next time I may try adding a little bit of zucchini. Thank you for this delicious, healthy recipe!
Elizabeth, I am delighted to hear that your son is enjoying the Broccoli and Potato Soup. It’s so rewarding when we hear that our recipes are encouraging children to eat vegetables – even if they are not aware of it! Thank you for letting me know. 🙂
This is our go to easy lunch soup! We love it with a little yogurt on top!
It’s a favourite of mine also, Pam. I love the idea of serving with some yoghurt on top. 🙂
This soup looks delicious and comforting. I love both broccoli and potato and feel like potato makes any vegetable soup taste good!
I agree that the potato is a great addition Nart. It helps provide a smooth texture to the soup and also acts as a slight thickener. Delicious! 🙂
This is such a comforting combination and is easy to do too. Love the idea of using the broccoli stalk too.
It is a lovely, easily made soup Amanda and in this house, the broccoli stalk is cook’s perks! Great to nibble on after the exterior is removed. 🙂
we love broccoli. this is delicious the green color is amazing
Thank you, Sadia, it is a tasty way to include broccoli in the diet. 🙂
Yum! I love this being pureed and the fact you use the potatoes to thicken the soup.
Thank you for the great comments about the soup Jere, I am so pleased you like this recipe. 🙂
This is delicious! I am a huge broccoli fan, and this soup is so lovely.
Thank you so much, Bindu!
This soup sounds delicious and simple. I love that it is healthy and vegan!
Thank you so much, Cindy!
I love this potato and broccoli soup recipe!
Thank you Bree, I’m delighted that you enjoy it. 🙂
I love broccoli and I love potatoes so knew I would love this. It is so healthy too!
Thank you, Melanie!
i love potato, i love broccoli! Put them together? OMGGGG! recipe of the centuryyyyy!
I’m so glad that you like the recipe, thank you. 🙂
My family LOVES soup no matter what season and this is so delicious and more importantly for this mama – SIMPLE. Thanks for this idea – you have the best recipes!
Thank you for the lovely comments Tammy. I agree, any season is soup season to me. 🙂
What a delicious and hearty soup! Love all the healthy benefits in one bowl, too!
To me, a bowl of soup is the ultimate comfort food and one of the best ways to gain nutrition. Win-win. 🙂
Nice combo to combine potato with broccoli. This soup is so luscious and delicious. A good soup is always welcomed.
Hi Adriana, I think soup is the ultimate comfort food. 🙂