This creamy Broccoli and Potato Soup recipe is dreamy to say the least. Cheesy, rich and comforting but there’s no cheese in sight, it’s vegan silly rabbit. Only cruelty-free recipes on this website, forever and ever.
When I stepped outside the house early this morning I could literally smell it in the air: soup season has just arrived. Not quite settled In yet but it’s definitely here unpacking. So make sure to dust off that heavy bottom stock pot and park it on the stove up until spring.
If you are looking for some super tasty ways to get more broccoli in your system, this comforting homemade potato soup is the way my friends.
Soaked cashews and nutritional yeast blended together with golden potatoes and homemade veggie stock give this soup that super rich creaminess without the addition of any cream or dairy at all. It’s:
Magical
Healthy
Vegan
Easy
Oil Free
No Cheese
Dairy Free
Lusciously Creamy
Dreamy.
This is definitely the time to bring out your powerful blender, totally worth the clean up as the silky texture you’ll achieve is pure perfection.
Creamiest Broccoli and Potato Soup Ever!
Feel free to use leeks in place of the onions, my recipes usually change depending on what’s in the pantry. Crispy smoked tempeh bits add a nice salty crunch to the final dish so sprinkle some of those if you have them.
A super easy recipe that also makes fabulous leftovers. Just remember to soak the cashews in the morning and you’ll be rocking it at dinner time.
I’ve also experimented making this potato soup with a mix of cauliflower florets and tough it was good this version is the best.. Try it for yourself and report back.
How to Make Broccoli and Potato Soup:
Creamy Broccoli and Potato Soup
Soaked cashews and nutritional yeast blended together with golden potatoes and homemade veggie stock give this soup that super rich creaminess without the addition of any cream or dairy at all. Pure magic!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 227
Ingredients
- 1/2 onion (or 1/2 leek) -chopped
- 4 cloves garlic -minced
- 4 medium size golden potatoes (scrubbed & rinsed)
- 1 carrot -diced
- 1 cup raw cashews (soaked)
- 4-5 cups vegetable stock (low sodium)
- 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
- 3-4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 pinch sea salt (to taste)
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes
- 1/3 cup fresh chives -snipped
Instructions
- Preheat a heavy stock up over medium low heat and sauté the onion in a splash of water until translucent.
- Add the sea salt, pepper flakes and carrots and give everything a nice toss. Cover with a lid and sweat a few more minutes until the carrots begin to soften.
- Add the garlic, turmeric, potatoes, soaked cashews and vegetable stock and bring everything to a simmer. Stir in the nutritional yeast, cover with a lid and cook about 15-20 minutes until the potatoes have softened.
- Use an immersion blender or transfer the soup to a powerful mixer and purée until silky smooth. ( the Vitamix did an exponentially better job at this than my immersion blender).
- Transfer the creamy soup back to the pot and bring to a simmer again. Add the broccoli florets, cover with a lid and cook a few more minutes until the broccoli is softened to your liking. Take good care not to overcook it, 3 to 5 minutes should yield that perfect al dente texture.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with the sea salt. Add more vegetable stock at this point to thin out the soup if you prefer.
- Serve hot with extra red pepper flakes and the fresh chives.
Nutrition
Calories: 227kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 670mg | Potassium: 860mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 2410IU | Vitamin C: 56.7mg | Calcium: 74mg | Iron: 5.8mg
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Amanda
September 8, 2018 at 2:31 amThis soup is amazing, my children loved it, my husband lived it’s a winner. I forgot to soak the cashews so I juts cooked the soup longer and it turned out perfect once blended.
Nicola
September 30, 2018 at 11:41 pmi wonder if sweet potatoes are a good sub for the golden ones
florentina
October 3, 2018 at 1:06 amSweet potatoes work well too, just know the flavors and colors will be different.Enjoy!
Christine
October 2, 2018 at 6:44 amThis soup was hearty and delicious! It was very easy to make as well. We enjoyed every bite.
Christine Mariano
October 2, 2018 at 5:26 pmThis soup was incredibly easy to make and it tastes delicious. It’s hearty and filling. Perfect meal to fill you up and warm you up. We will make it part of our regular rotation. <3
florentina
October 3, 2018 at 1:01 amSo happy you loved it Christine, this is always on rotation at our house too, it seems everyone is happy with a bowl of this and I can get that broccoli in their bellies without having to beg. Ha! Winner winner!
Tosia
November 14, 2018 at 7:10 pmThis soup is outstanding! It’s the best thing I ate since I went vegan!!! Love this recipe ❤️
florentina
November 15, 2018 at 3:38 amWoohoo, thank you Tosia, i could go for a big pot of this right now myself. Enjoy!
Nancy
January 8, 2019 at 6:09 amDo the cashews have to be raw? I have roasted, lightly salted ones.
florentina
January 9, 2019 at 11:51 pmYou can use the roasted ones too, just rinse them well and soak in hot water!