Italian Style Broccoli and Cauliflower Soup
This hearty, flavorful soup is a perfect blend of healthy vegetables and savory seasonings. Packed with broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, onions, and garlic, it’s a great way to get your greens in, even for picky eaters. The crunchy chunks of veggies make each spoonful enjoyable, while a sprinkle of grated cheese at the end adds an extra layer of deliciousness. This soup is ideal for a light winter dinner and pairs wonderfully with some garlic bread.
Cuisine: Italian
Course: Dinner
Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Carrot (Gajjar), chopped
- 1 cup Broccoli, cut into florets
- 1-1/2 cups Cauliflower (Gobi), cut into florets
- 1 Onion, diced
- 1 Tomato, chopped
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups Vegetable stock
- 2 tsp Black pepper powder
- 1 tsp Red chilli flakes
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp Paprika powder
- Salt, to taste
- Extra virgin olive oil, as needed
- Cheese, grated (for garnish)
- Fresh coriander (Dhania) leaves, chopped (for garnish)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
15 minutes
Instructions:
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Blanch the Vegetables: Start by chopping the broccoli and cauliflower into small florets. Blanch them by briefly boiling them in water until tender. Set them aside.
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Cook the Base: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Add diced onions and minced garlic to the pan. Cook for a few seconds until they become aromatic.
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Add Carrots and Tomatoes: Add the chopped carrots to the pan and cook for another 2 minutes. Then, add the chopped tomatoes, vegetable stock, black pepper powder, red chilli flakes, Italian seasoning, paprika powder, and salt. Let it simmer for 2 minutes.
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Combine with Blanched Vegetables: Add the blanched broccoli and cauliflower florets into the pan. Let the soup simmer and thicken, stirring occasionally. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if needed.
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Serve: Once the soup has thickened to your desired consistency, remove it from the heat. Ladle it into bowls, top with grated cheese, and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
Serve the Italian Style Broccoli and Cauliflower Soup hot with a side of garlic bread for a wholesome, light winter dinner.
This soup is a perfect combination of comfort and nutrition. Enjoy the richness of Italian flavors while getting a healthy dose of vegetables!
