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Garlic Italian Broccoli Soup

Garlic Italian Broccoli Soup: A Cozy Comfort in 30 Minutes

Delicious Garlic Italian Broccoli Soup packed with veggies and ready in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 4 cups chicken stock can substitute with vegetable stock
  • 2 cups water adjust consistency
  • 3-4 cloves garlic smashed
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 pinch ground nutmeg optional
  • 1 cup orzo or ditalini pasta watch cooking time
  • 1 bowl broccoli both stems and florets
For Serving
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • to taste extra virgin olive oil for drizzling

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Potato Masher
  • immersion blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Chop the broccoli florets and stems, and combine them with chicken stock, water, garlic, salt, and pepper in a large pot. Boil over medium-high heat.
  2. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes until broccoli is tender.
  3. Blend the soup to desired texture using a potato masher or immersion blender.
  4. Stir in pasta, cook for an additional 15 minutes over medium heat, stirring frequently.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper as needed.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with parmesan cheese and a drizzle of olive oil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Add florets in the last 8-10 minutes to keep them vibrant. Cook pasta separately if storing leftovers to maintain texture.

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