Creamy Vegan Broccoli Oatmeal Soup

Creamless Broccoli Soup Recipe

🕒 Cook Time: 50 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour

Description:

You will never miss the cream in this soup. It is a filling vegan recipe anyone would enjoy. Found in one of my favorite Moosewood cookbooks.

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 2 onions
• 1/4 cup celery
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 heads of broccoli
• 4 1/2 cups water or vegetable stock
• 1/3 cup quick-cooking oatmeal
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon dried dill
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Fresh chives for garnish
• Lemon slices for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Base:

   • In a soup pot, combine canola oil, chopped onions, celery, minced garlic, and salt.
   • Cook covered on medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring often to prevent sticking.

2. Prep the Broccoli:

   • Rinse the broccoli thoroughly.
   • Cut into 4-5 cups of florets, and peel and chop the stems to make about 2 cups.
   • Reserve 1 cup of florets for later use.

3. Cook the Broccoli:

   • When the onions are clear, add 4 cups of water or vegetable stock and all the broccoli except for the reserved florets.
   • Cover and bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 5 minutes.

4. Add Oatmeal:

   • Add the quick-cooking oatmeal and simmer gently for about 10 minutes, stirring often, until the broccoli is tender and the soup begins to thicken.

5. Season the Soup:

   • Remove from the heat and stir in fresh lemon juice, dried dill, and black pepper.

6. Puree the Soup:

   • Working in batches, puree the soup until smooth. A blender is preferred for this step to achieve a creamy texture.

7. Cook the Reserved Florets:

   • Bring the remaining 1/2 cup of water to a boil in a small saucepan.
   • Add the reserved broccoli florets and cook, covered, until they are bright green and crisp-tender, about 3-5 minutes.

8. Combine and Garnish:

   • Stir the cooked florets and their cooking water into the pureed soup.
   • Garnish the soup with lemon slices and fresh chives, if desired.

9. Serve:

   • Ladle the creamless broccoli soup into bowls and serve hot.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 119.6
• Fat: 4.3g
• Saturated Fat: 0.4g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 333.1mg
• Carbohydrates: 18.3g
• Fiber: 4.2g
• Sugar: 5g
• Protein: 4.1g

This creamless broccoli soup is a wholesome and nutritious dish, perfect for a cozy meal on a chilly day. Enjoy its rich flavors and creamy texture without any guilt, knowing it’s low in cholesterol and high in fiber. Whether you’re a vegan enthusiast or simply looking for a delicious way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.