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    Hungry Healthy Happy » Recipes » Soup

    Cauliflower and Broccoli Soup

    Published: Jan 21, 2021 · Modified: Jan 4, 2022 by Dannii · This post may contain affiliate links · 25 Comments

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    Diet: Gluten Free / Vegetarian
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    This creamy and comforting Cauliflower and Broccoli soup is veggie packed and an easy way to get more vegetables in to your family's diet. Ready in under 30 minutes, 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.

    We love 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.

    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.

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    • Why you will love it
    • Ingredients needed
    • Step by step
    • What to serve it with
    • Croutons
    • Storage
    • FAQ 
    • Extra tips
    • More soup recipes
    • Recipe
    • Feedback

    Why you will love it

    • Veggie packed
    • Just 306 calories per bowl
    • Cheesy and creamy
    • A good way to use up broccoli and cauliflower
    • A soup that kids love

    Ingredients needed

    The ingredients needed for this recipe laid out on a wooden surface.
    • 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. 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.
    • 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

    A full ingredients list with measurements is in the recipe card below.

    Step by step

    One: 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.

    Chopped onions sautéing in a large pan.

    Two: Add the chopped broccoli and cauliflower and season.

    Broccoli and cauliflower florets cooking in a large pan.

    Three: Add the stock and stir well. Bring to the boil and simmer for 15 minutes.

    Florets of broccoli and cauliflower in stock in a large pan.

    Four: Blend the soup and then stir in the milk, cream and cheese.

    Blended soup in a large pan with cream and grated cheese on the surface.

    What to serve it with

    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. You could also serve it with a chicken or turkey sandwich for a bit of a protein boost.

    You can also keep things classic and just serve this soup with a French baguette that has been warmed up in the oven, or some croutons on top. Or both. You could even go all out and make your own bread. Why not try our Garlic and Rosemary Focaccia?

    Grated cheese and cream on the surface of some soup.

    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.

    Just take a couple of slices of bread and cut in to 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.

    A spoon lifting some soup out of a bowl.

    FAQ 

    Is cauliflower and broccoli soup healthy?

    Both broccoli and cauliflower are rich in Vitamin-C, Vitamin-K, fibre and folate. Broccoli also contains Vitamin-A and cauliflower is rich in B vitamins and antioxidants, and is known to help with eye health.
    This soup is also really low in calories and fat too. It doesn't taste healthy though, and actually tastes far more indulgent then it actually is.
    We recommend using a strong flavour cheese in this, as you won't need to use a lot of it. You could swap the mature cheddar for stilton and it would be like a broccoli and stilton soup, but with cauliflower mixed in to it.

    Can you use frozen vegetables to make cauliflower and broccoli 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.

    Why use the cooking water?

    When vegetables are cooking in water, the water soluble vitamins from the vegetables will escape out into the water. Normally, the water is then poured away when the veg is ready to eat. By using the cooking water in the soup (rather than just stock), all the vitamins lost from the cooking process will be retained.

    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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    Extra 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.

    More soup recipes

    • Tomato Basil Soup
    • Pasta e Fagioli Soup (Pasta and Bean Soup)
    • Leftover Turkey Soup
    • Carrot and Lentil Soup

    If you’ve tried this cauliflower soup recipe, let us know how you got on in the comments below.
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    Recipe

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

    Cauliflower and Broccoli Soup

    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
    4.73 from 33 votes
    Author: Dannii
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    Course: Appetizer, Lunch
    Cuisine: British
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 23 minutes
    Total Time: 28 minutes
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    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 306kcal
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    Ingredients

    • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
    • 1 head Cauliflower - chopped
    • 1 head Broccoli - chopped
    • 1 Onion - diced
    • 2 cloves Garlic clove - crushed
    • 700 ml Vegetable stock
    • 300 ml Skimmed milk
    • 100 ml Single cream
    • 100 g Mature cheddar

    Instructions

    • Put the oil in a large soup pan and once hot, add the onion and garlic and cook on a gentle heat for 3-4 minutes.
    • Add the cauliflower, broccoli and season.
    • Add the stock and bring to the boil. Simmer for 15 minutes.
    • Blend until smooth and then stir in the milk, cream and cheese.

    Notes

    • 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.

    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
    DisclaimerThe 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.

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Luci Petlack

      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
    2. Jessica Stroup

      January 12, 2022 at 4:30 pm

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

      Reply
    3. Katherine

      January 12, 2022 at 2:45 pm

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

      Reply
    4. Kristen

      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
    5. Dionne

      August 19, 2021 at 6:07 pm

      5 stars
      This is exactly the type of soup that I make every time I want something warm and comforting. Yum!

      Reply
    6. Claudia Lamascolo

      January 23, 2021 at 2:27 pm

      5 stars
      What a marriage made in heaven in a soup they compliment each other perfectly!

      Reply
    7. Vicky

      January 23, 2021 at 2:04 pm

      5 stars
      Oh MY goodness, this is just amazing!! I love creamy soups and the flavors here are absolutely fabulous!!! Can not wait to make this ASAP!

      Reply
    8. Tania Pilcher | Fit Foodie Nutter

      January 23, 2021 at 10:39 am

      5 stars
      You had me at cheesy and creamy! This soup is just right for this cold weather. And I love those croutons - they add so much texture to the soup!

      Reply
    9. Jacqueline Meldrum

      January 23, 2021 at 9:03 am

      5 stars
      Sounds delicious! I'm in! Ladel me a big bowlful Dannii!

      Reply
    10. Sharon Chen

      January 22, 2021 at 1:46 pm

      This soup looks so hearty and yummy. Perfect for the cold weather!

      Reply
    11. Jess

      January 22, 2021 at 1:22 pm

      5 stars
      This is so creamy. I love the combo of broccoli and cauliflower.

      Reply
    12. Natalie

      January 22, 2021 at 10:49 am

      5 stars
      Broc and cauli? Oh wow, sooo good! I must make this soup NOW! Love added cheddar inside.

      Reply
    13. Kushigalu

      January 22, 2021 at 9:19 am

      5 stars
      One of the best soup combo. a total comfort food. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    14. Gina

      January 21, 2021 at 1:04 pm

      5 stars
      We love this recipe with a little kick of spice added to it for a veggie filled comforting dinner!

      Reply
    15. Caitlyn Erhardt

      January 21, 2021 at 12:33 pm

      5 stars
      This was so warm and comforting, plus everyone loved it!

      Reply
    16. Danielle Wolter

      January 21, 2021 at 11:33 am

      5 stars
      I just love soups like this where you can get your servings of veggies. Plus, it came out delicious and was easy to make!

      Reply
    17. Amanda Wren-Grimwood

      January 21, 2021 at 11:16 am

      5 stars
      Perfect comfort food and I like that it's easy to make too.

      Reply
    18. Adrianne Erica Jean Jamieson

      January 21, 2021 at 11:12 am

      5 stars
      This soup is so veggie packed, I love it! All that nutrition in one bowl, yum!!

      Reply
    19. aliZa

      September 07, 2020 at 6:44 am

      It looks blended, but that’s not mentioned as a step...it is, yes?

      Reply
      • Dannii

        September 07, 2020 at 11:57 am

        Sorry, yes, it should say and then blend :)

        Reply
    20. Rebekah Stine

      March 25, 2013 at 5:26 pm

      Made this soup last night! I added some garlic and a little cayenne pepper. I also used two cans of chicken broth and then filled the pot with water. The soup tastes amazing!

      Reply
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