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Cauliflower and Broccoli Soup

Apr 22, 2025 · Written by Dannii Martin · This post may contain affiliate links which earn us commissions if purchases are made · 28 Comments

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Diet: Gluten Free / Vegetarian
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This creamy and comforting Cauliflower and Broccoli Soup recipe is veggie packed and an easy way to get more vegetables into your family's diet. Ready in under 30 minute with just a few ingredients (you can even use frozen veg too), it's warming and easy to adapt with different cheeses and toppings, so there is something for everyone.

Two bowls of soup with two bread rolls next to them.

You can't beat a hearty and veggie packed soup in winter time. Sandwiches don't quite cut it, and as long as there is bread involved then the kids are happy.

Believe it or not, this bright green broccoli and cauliflower soup is a favourite with kids. It's so creamy, and a great way to get some extra vegetables into them.

There are plenty of vegetables in this soup, but it really doesn't taste like it because of the creaminess. It tastes far more indulgent than it actually is and it is only 306 calories per bowl.

If you want more cauliflower recipes, try our crispy Cauliflower Nuggets, comforting Cauliflower Mac and Cheese or our delicious Balsamic Roasted Cauliflower.

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  • Ingredients and Substitutions
  • How To Make Cauliflower and Broccoli Soup - Step by Step Instructions
  • What To Serve With Cauliflower and Broccoli Soup
  • Homemade Croutons
  • Storage
  • Tips To Make The BEST Cauliflower and Broccoli Soup
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • More Soup Recipes
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Ingredients and Substitutions

All the ingredients needed for this recipe laid out with text overlay labels.

A full ingredients list, along with US Customary and Metric measurements, can be found in the recipe card at the end of this post.

  • Broccoli
  • Cauliflower
  • Onion - You could swap this for shallots if you prefer, and this would give the soup a slightly sweeter taste.
  • Garlic - To save yourself some time, use some of that lazy ready chopped garlic in a jar.
  • Cheese - We used a mature cheddar cheese. It has a really strong flavour, so you don't need to use as much of it.
  • Milk - You can used skimmed, semi-skimmed or whole milk.
  • Cream - We used single cream and it just gives the soup a little something extra. You could leave it out if you wanted to, or use reduced fat creme fraiche to make it lighter.
  • Stock - Try to use the best quality stock you can buy. If you are making this for young children, then use a low salt stock.
  • Salt and Pepper - Generously season.

More ingredient substitutions and variations can be found in the recipe card.

How To Make Cauliflower and Broccoli Soup - Step by Step Instructions

Chopped onions sautéing in a large pan.
  1. Step 1: Heat the oil in a large soup pan and add the onion and garlic. Cook on a low heat for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Broccoli and cauliflower florets added to the pan.
  1. Step 2: Add the chopped broccoli and cauliflower and season.
Stock added to the pan.
  1. Step 3: Add the stock and stir well. Bring to the boil and simmer for 15 minutes.
Blended soup in a large pan with cream and grated cheese on the surface.
  1. Step 4: Blend the soup and then stir in the milk, cream and cheese.

What To Serve With Cauliflower and Broccoli Soup

This soup is really low in calories, so we usually have it as a starter or serve it with a sandwich. A grilled cheese sandwich is perfect with these and total comfort food. Or a cheesy bagel that is melted under the grill or in the air fryer.

You can also keep things classic and just serve this soup with a French baguette that has been warmed up in the oven, or try making your own bread with our Slow Cooker Bread or Easy White Bread Loaf.

You could also add some crispy bacon on top. Make our Air Fryer Bacon, chop it up and then sprinkle on top.

Grated cheese and cream on the surface of some soup.

Homemade Croutons

Soup and bread is such a classic combination. But why not take the humble slice of bread and butter up a gear and make your own crunchy croutons? Not just any croutons, but cheesy, herby croutons.

They are so easy to make, and a great way to use up bread that is going a little stale. The perfect addition to cauliflower broccoli soup.

Just take a couple of slices of bread and cut into 1 inch cubes and scatter on a baking tray. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with Parmesan (or grated cheddar) and sprinkle with dried oregano.

Put them in a preheated oven at 180°C/350°F/Gas 4 for around 8 minutes.

A baking tin full of croutons and grated Parmesan.

Storage

This can be kept in an airtight container in the fridge 3-4 days. Reheat on the hob (stove top) until cooked through, about 5 minutes.

If you want to freeze the soup, put it in an airtight container, leaving a gap of about 1cm (0.5 inch). This will keep in the freezer for 2-3 months. Defrost in the fridge over night before reheating.

Tips To Make The BEST Cauliflower and Broccoli Soup

  • You can add Cheddar, Stilton or Parmesan on top of this soup to make it extra creamy.
  • Use a really good quality stock cube, as you will taste the difference. If you are making this for kids, then use a low sodium stock cube.
  • To blend, try to use an immersion blender. If you are going to use a jug blender, then allow the cauli broccoli soup to cool completely before blending. You may need to do it in batches.
  • Taste the soup before serving and then add more salt if needed.
A spoon lifting some soup out of a bowl.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you use frozen vegetables to make soup?

Yes, you can use frozen vegetables for this recipe, however that tends to give you a much more watery soup. If you are using frozen vegetables, then you will need to reduce the amount of stock you have used.

Can cauliflower and broccoli soup be made in the slow cooker?

Yes, this can be done on the slow cooker instead and it makes it an even easier meal. Simply put all the ingredients in your slow cooker and cook on high for 3 hours or low for 6 hours.

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Recipe

Cauliflower and broccoli soup in a bowl with cream, cheese and black pepper on top.

Cauliflower and Broccoli Soup

By: Dannii Martin
This creamy and comforting Cauliflower and Broccoli soup is vitamin packed and a good way to get more vegetables in to your diet.
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Gluten Free
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Vegetarian
4.84 from 31 votes
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Course: Appetizer, Lunch
Cuisine: British
Prep: 5 minutes mins
Cook: 23 minutes mins
Total: 28 minutes mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 306kcal
Allergens:
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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 head Cauliflower - chopped
  • 1 head Broccoli - chopped
  • 1 pinch Sea salt and ground black pepper
  • 1 Onion - diced
  • 2 Garlic cloves - crushed
  • 700 ml (3 cups) Vegetable stock
  • 300 ml (1.25 cups) Skimmed milk
  • 100 ml (0.5 cups) Single cream
  • 100 g (0.75 cups) Mature cheddar

Instructions

  • Heat 1 tablespoon Olive oil in a large soup pan and once hot, add 1 Onion and 2 Garlic cloves. Cook on a gentle heat for 3-4 minutes.
  • Add 1 head Cauliflower, 1 head Broccoli and season with 1 pinch Sea salt and ground black pepper.
  • Add 700 ml Vegetable stock and bring to the boil. Simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Blend until smooth and then stir in 300 ml Skimmed milk, 100 ml Single cream and 100 g Mature cheddar.

Recipe Tips

  • You can add Cheddar, Stilton or Parmesan on top of this soup.
  • Use a really good quality stock cube, as you will taste the difference. If you are making this for kids, then use a low sodium stock cube.
  • To blend, try to use an immersion blender. If you are going to use a jug blender, then allow the cauli broccoli soup to cool completely before blending. You may need to do it in batches.
  • Taste the soup before serving and then add more salt if needed.

Nutritional Information

Serving: 1portion | Calories: 306kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 56mg | Sodium: 990mg | Potassium: 1116mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 1976IU | Vitamin C: 207mg | Calcium: 401mg | Iron: 2mg

The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.

As all appliances vary, cooking times are a guide. Please note that by changing the serving size, the cooking time may also need to be altered.

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Comments

  1. Barry Harvey says

    March 12, 2023 at 12:13 pm

    Can you use frozen Cauliflower and Broccoli

    Reply
    • Dannii says

      March 12, 2023 at 4:35 pm

      Yes, you can use frozen vegetables for this recipe and I have written about that in the FAQ section of the recipe. However, frozen veg tends to give you a much more watery soup. If you are using frozen vegetables, then you will need to reduce the amount of stock you have used.

      Reply
  2. Denise Mattison says

    March 09, 2023 at 11:39 am

    i made this and it has far too much broccoli in it. it went really green and didn't taste nice at all. next time i try i will at try half the broccoli.

    Reply
    • Dannii says

      March 09, 2023 at 2:18 pm

      It's cauliflower and broccoli soup, so it will have a fair amount of broccoli in it. It is equal amounts of broccoli to cauliflower. As the photos show, it is a green colour.

      Reply
  3. Jean b says

    October 27, 2022 at 10:50 pm

    Great taste and texture
    Better than at the restaurant

    Reply
    • Dannii says

      October 28, 2022 at 8:41 am

      Thanks for the great review!

      Reply
  4. Natalie says

    January 12, 2022 at 6:02 pm

    Beautiful soup. Wonderful creaminess. I have to give this a try. Thanks for dinner idea :)

    Reply
  5. Shadi Hasanzadenemati says

    January 12, 2022 at 5:38 pm

    5 stars
    Love how easy this recipe is. Can’t wait to try it this weekend.thank you for the recipe!

    Reply
  6. Luci Petlack says

    January 12, 2022 at 4:34 pm

    5 stars
    Ooh! I'm such a veggie soup lover this time of year!! Great idea to use a sharper cheese to use less - it worked perfectly!

    Reply
  7. Jessica Stroup says

    January 12, 2022 at 4:30 pm

    5 stars
    I was looking for healthy comfort food and this hit the spot! So good!

    Reply
  8. Katherine says

    January 12, 2022 at 2:45 pm

    5 stars
    Mmm cheesy, vegetable comfort food in a bowl! I love this.

    Reply
  9. Kristen says

    January 12, 2022 at 2:37 pm

    5 stars
    This soup turned out really well. The flavor was great and it was simple to make, too!

    Reply
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