Category, DifficultyIntermediate

The comforting taste of broccoli cheddar soup takes on a low sodium form. This cheesy delicious dish serves four and can be made in under an hour!

Yields4 Servings
Prep Time20 minsCook Time40 minsTotal Time1 hr
 2 tbsp Olive Oil
 1 Medium Onion
 1 Head of Broccoli
 3 cups Low Sodium Chicken or Vegetable Broth
 1 cup Canned Great Northern or Cannellini Beans
 ½ cup Low Fat (1%) Milk
 1 cup Extra Sharp Cheddar Cheese
 1 tsp Powdered Mustard
 1 tsp Salt
1

Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for about 4 minutes until tender but not browned

2

Add the chopped broccoli, beans and broth. Increase heat and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium to medium-low. Cover and cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3

Let cool 15 minutes, then puree in a blender in 3 batches, until smooth.

4

Return the blended soup to the saucepan over medium heat. Once the soup is bubbling at the edges, reduce heat to low. Stir in the milk, cheese, powdered mustard and salt. Cook until just warmed through.

5

Divide among four bowls and garnish with the remaining cheese. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 290
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16g25%
Saturated Fat 7g35%
Cholesterol 25mg9%
Sodium 520mg22%
Total Carbohydrate 26g9%
Dietary Fiber 7g29%
Sugars 9g
Protein 14g29%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Ingredients

 2 tbsp Olive Oil
 1 Medium Onion
 1 Head of Broccoli
 3 cups Low Sodium Chicken or Vegetable Broth
 1 cup Canned Great Northern or Cannellini Beans
 ½ cup Low Fat (1%) Milk
 1 cup Extra Sharp Cheddar Cheese
 1 tsp Powdered Mustard
 1 tsp Salt

Directions

1

Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for about 4 minutes until tender but not browned

2

Add the chopped broccoli, beans and broth. Increase heat and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium to medium-low. Cover and cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3

Let cool 15 minutes, then puree in a blender in 3 batches, until smooth.

4

Return the blended soup to the saucepan over medium heat. Once the soup is bubbling at the edges, reduce heat to low. Stir in the milk, cheese, powdered mustard and salt. Cook until just warmed through.

5

Divide among four bowls and garnish with the remaining cheese. Serve hot.

Broccoli Cheddar Soup