Low Carb Cream of Broccoli & Cheddar Soup
This easy low carb broccoli and cheddar soup is delicious and comforting. Vegetarian if you use a vegetable broth, or you can add chicken or ham to make it heartier! Keto and Atkins friendly.
This easy low carb broccoli and cheddar soup is delicious and comforting. Vegetarian if you use a vegetable broth, or you can add chicken or ham to make it heartier! Keto and Atkins friendly.
- Carbohydrate 10.8077192708541 g
- Cholesterol 57.1354166925779 mg
- Fat 19.3722215723495 g
- Fiber 3.96316548102101 g
- Protein 10.5239366671546 g
- Saturated Fat 11.9197373916446 g
- Serving Size 1 1 one cup serving (231g)
- Sodium 374.696521012985 mg
- Sugar 6.84455378983308 g
- Trans Fat 1.53751510485434 g
- Calories 247 calories
Step-by-step
- Cook the broccoli florets for 4 minutes in the microwave on high (or steam them on the stove.)
- Combine the broccoli and other ingredients in a blender and blend until mostly smooth.
- Cook on high in the microwave for 2 minutes, stir and cook another 2 minutes, repeat one more time and serve hot.
- Alternatively, simmer in a pot on the stove for about 10 minutes.
- Serve hot.
Broth Selection And Flavor Profiles
Swapping the beef broth for an equivalent volume of rich mushroom stock introduces an earthy depth that alters the final profile entirely while keeping the carbohydrate count low. Utilizing a high-powered blender allows the cooked broccoli florets and liquids to emulsify into a velvety consistency without requiring traditional starch thickeners. When operating the blender with hot liquids, remove the center cap of the lid and cover it with a folded kitchen towel to vent steam safely.Thermal Management For Dairy
Heavy whipping cream contains approximately 36 to 40 percent butterfat, making it remarkably stable against curdling when exposed to moderate heat compared to lower-fat milks. Sharp cheddar cheese should be freshly shredded rather than purchased pre-bagged; anti-caking agents like cellulose added to pre-shredded varieties prevent a smooth melt. Introduce the cheese gradually over low heat or residual warmth, whisking continuously until the mixture registers a uniform consistency without oil separation.Textural Enhancements And Pairings
Standardizing the stovetop simmer to precisely 10 minutes ensures the raw pungency of the garlic and onion powders mellows completely into the broth base. Pair this rich soup with a crisp, acidic radish and cucumber salad dressed simply in lemon juice to cut through the heavy fats. Leftovers maintain their quality for up to three days when stored in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator.
