Healthy Broccoli Cheddar Soup: A Cozy Delight with Turkey Bacon
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A comforting and healthy take on broccoli cheddar soup featuring turkey bacon for added flavor.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon flour (optional, for thickening)
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and add turkey bacon. Cook until crispy.
- Add onion and garlic, cooking until onion is translucent.
- Add broccoli florets and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- If using, sprinkle flour and stir to thicken. Add milk and cheese, stirring until melted.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
Notes
- For a creamier soup, blend part of the soup and stir it back in.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like carrots or cauliflower.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg