Description
Indulge in a warm bowl of Broccoli Cheddar Soup, a creamy and comforting vegan delight that perfectly captures the flavors of the beloved classic. This healthy twist on Panera’s signature dish is not only easy to prepare but also incredibly satisfying, making it ideal for cozy dinners or quick lunches. Packed with fresh broccoli and carrots, this plant-based soup is rich in nutrients and flavor, ensuring that every spoonful is both delicious and wholesome. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, you can enjoy this nourishing soup any day of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup white onions (chopped)
- 1 clove garlic (finely diced)
- 3 heaping cups broccoli (finely chopped)
- 1 1/2 heaping cups julienned carrots
- 1/4 cup vegan butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 4 cups plain unsweetened rice milk
- 1 cup vegan cheddar cheese
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt the vegan butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté the chopped onions and garlic until soft and fragrant (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in the flour to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in vegetable broth and rice milk until smooth.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and add broccoli and carrots; cook until tender (about 10 minutes).
- Stir in vegan cheddar cheese until melted.
- Blend part of the soup for creaminess, then return to pot.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg