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Broccoli Cheese Soup Gluten Free in White Bowl

Broccoli Cheese Soup Gluten Free

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This gluten-free Broccoli Cheese Soup is creamy, comforting, and packed with real ingredients, no flour, no fillers. Inspired by a Tuscan classic and made for cozy autumn nights, it’s thickened naturally with potato and pureed veggies.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine Italian-American
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 390 kcal

Equipment

  • large soup pot
  • Immersion blender or countertop blender
  • cutting board and knife
  • ladle

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped
  • 1 medium carrot, shredded
  • 1 medium potato, peeled and diced
  • 2 ½ cups low-sodium gluten-free vegetable broth
  • 1 cup milk of choice (dairy or unsweetened almond)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or canned coconut milk)
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (gluten-free)
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • optional pinch of smoked paprika or turmeric

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant.
  • Add broccoli, carrot, and potato. Pour in the broth and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15–20 minutes until vegetables are fork-tender.
  • Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup. You want to puree about half the mixture to thicken the broth while keeping some texture.
  • Reduce heat to low. Stir in milk and cream, then gradually mix in cheddar until melted. Stir continuously to avoid clumping. Season with salt, pepper, and optional paprika.
  • Ladle into bowls and serve hot. Optional: pair with gluten-free breadsticks or biscuits for a cozy meal.

Notes

For extra richness, add a pinch of smoked paprika or turmeric. Make it dairy-free by swapping in coconut milk and vegan cheddar. Perfect for meal prep, store in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 390kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 14gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 780mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 6000IUVitamin C: 92mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 1.8mg
Keyword broccoli cheese soup, comfort food, gluten-free soup, vegetarian soup
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