Zuppa Di Broccoli Broccoli Soup

Warm and comforting, Zuppa di Broccoli Broccoli Soup is a creamy Italian-inspired dish that transforms humble ingredients into a luxurious bowl of flavor. Featuring fresh broccoli florets, velvety potato, and a rich blend of heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, this soup boasts a perfectly smooth texture and hearty taste. Sautéed onion and garlic add aromatic depth, while a splash of olive oil and a touch of butter elevate the richness of every spoonful. Simmered in vegetable stock and puréed to silky perfection, this easy-to-make recipe is ready in just 45 minutes and ideal for weeknight dinners or elegant starters. Served piping hot with crusty bread, it’s a nourishing, vegetarian-friendly delight that’s guaranteed to satisfy. Perfect for fans of broccoli soup, creamy vegetable soups, and classic Italian fare!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams broccoli florets
• 1 large yellow onion
• 3 garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium potato
• 1000 milliliters vegetable stock
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 100 milliliters heavy cream
• 50 grams Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 slices crusty bread (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the yellow onion. Mince the garlic. Peel the potato and chop it into small cubes.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the chopped potato and broccoli florets to the pot. Stir to combine with the onion and garlic.

Step 5

Pour the vegetable stock into the pot, ensuring the vegetables are fully submerged. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the broccoli and potato are tender.

Step 6

Turn off the heat and allow the soup to cool slightly. Use an immersion blender to purée the soup until smooth (or transfer to a countertop blender in batches).

Step 7

Return the soup to low heat. Stir in the butter, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5 more minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and creamy.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with additional grated Parmesan if desired, with crusty bread on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1739.2 grams (1739.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2227

Total Fat 122.80g	157%
Saturated Fat 52.80g	264%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.60g
Cholesterol 211mg	70%
Sodium 6539mg	284%
Total Carbohydrate 223.40g	81%
Dietary Fiber 21.10g	75%
Total Sugars 27.60g
Protein 59.00g	118%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 730mg	56%
Iron 12mg	68%
Potassium 2815mg	60%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.5%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 40.0%