Ultimate Traditional Italian Broccoli Soup Recipe for Foodies
Author:antaki
Total Time:40 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Description
Discover the authentic flavors of Italian broccoli soup with this ultimate recipe, perfect for foodies seeking delicious, traditional meals. (150 chars)
Ingredients
Scale
4 cups of fresh broccoli florets (about 1 large head)
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves of fresh garlic, minced
3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
4 cups of vegetable broth
1 medium potato, peeled and diced
Salt and pepper, to taste
Juice of half a lemon
Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until it's soft and translucent.
Toss in the minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
Add in the broccoli florets and diced potato. Stir to coat them in the garlic and onion mixture.
Carefully add the vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat to a simmer. Let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.
Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until it's smooth and creamy, or blend in batches using a regular blender.
Stir in the lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust as needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
A delightful and comforting Traditional Italian Broccoli Soup that combines simple, fresh ingredients into a warm bowl perfect for any evening.
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Category:Soup
Cuisine:Italian
Nutrition
Serving Size:4 servings
Calories:150
Sugar:2g
Fat:7g
Carbohydrates:20g
Fiber:4g
Protein:5g
Keywords: broccoli soup, Italian soup, traditional recipe, healthy soup, comfort food
