Broccoli Mascarpone Soup
Creamy, comforting, and loaded with wholesome flavors, this Broccoli Mascarpone Soup is a luxurious take on classic veggie soup. Crafted with tender broccoli, aromatic garlic, and onions simmered in savory vegetable broth, this recipe gets its silky texture and rich flavor from a generous swirl of mascarpone cheese and whole milk. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an elegant starter, this velvety soup is both easy to make and irresistibly satisfying. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and served hot alongside crusty bread, it’s a cozy dish that’s sure to please. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s your go-to for indulgent, nourishing comfort food.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium (chopped) yellow onion
- 2 cloves (minced) garlic
- 500 grams (florets and tender stems) broccoli
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup mascarpone cheese
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
- 0.25 teaspoon (or to taste) black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) fresh parsley
- 1 loaf (optional, for serving) crusty bread
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Step 3
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.
Step 4
Add the broccoli florets and tender stems to the pot. Stir to combine with the onion and garlic.
Step 5
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the soup to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.
Step 6
Remove the pot from heat and use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a blender and blend carefully.
Step 7
Return the soup to the pot over low heat. Stir in the mascarpone cheese and whole milk until fully incorporated and creamy.
Step 8
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Step 9
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Step 10
Serve hot, optionally paired with slices of crusty bread for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 2336.2 grams (2336.2g) |
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| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2775 |
| Total Fat 111.00g | 142% |
| Saturated Fat 47.20g | 236% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.80g | |
| Cholesterol 186mg | 62% |
| Sodium 8005mg | 348% |
| Total Carbohydrate 358.90g | 131% |
| Dietary Fiber 34.90g | 125% |
| Total Sugars 40.70g | |
| Protein 84.90g | 170% |
| Vitamin D 54IU | 269% |
| Calcium 915mg | 70% |
| Iron 22mg | 124% |
| Potassium 4222mg | 90% |
Source of Calories