Keto Broccoli Cheese Soup is a delicious and creamy soup that is perfect for those following a low-carb or ketogenic diet. This soup is loaded with healthy vegetables like broccoli and cauliflower and is thickened with heavy cream and cheese instead of flour, making it a perfect low-carb alternative to traditional broccoli cheese soup. It’s easy to make and perfect for a comforting meal on a chilly day.
Keto Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipe:
Here’s the full recipe for Keto Broccoli Cheese Soup:
Ingredients:
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups cauliflower florets
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: crumbled bacon, additional cheese, chopped green onions
Instructions:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, sauté the onion and garlic over medium heat until the onion is translucent.
- Add the broccoli and cauliflower to the pot and pour in the broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Using an immersion blender or a regular blender, blend the soup until it is smooth.
- Return the soup to the pot and stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese. Heat the soup over medium heat until the cheese is melted and the soup is heated through.
- Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the soup hot, topped with crumbled bacon, additional cheese, and chopped green onions, if desired.
Nutrition Information:
- Servings: 6
- Calories: 310
- Total Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Cholesterol: 82mg
- Sodium: 716mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 9g
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 3g
- Protein: 12g