VEGAN BROCCOLI SOUP WITH CASHEW CREAM

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This nourishing, three-vegetable soup is thick and creamy, even without dairy. It takes very little skill and only 25 minutes to make, but success lies in proper blending: Use a high-powered blender for the creamiest soup, or let it go a few minutes longer in a standard blender. Fennel and celery provide welcome depth, and the quick cashew cream feels luxurious spooned over the top or stirred right in. Save any extra to drizzle on other blended soups or even roasted vegetables. Finish this vibrant bowl with celery leaves, parsley or dill, and two basic but crucial ingredients: an extra drizzle of olive oil and a dusting of freshly ground pepper.

Provided by Sarah Copeland

Categories     dinner, for two, lunch, weekday, soups and stews, appetizer, main course, side dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups raw cashew pieces (or whole raw cashews)
Fine sea salt
1 cup boiling water
1 large head broccoli (about 1 1/2 pounds), florets chopped into bite-size pieces and stems peeled and roughly chopped
1 small fennel bulb, trimmed, quartered, cored and roughly chopped
2 large stalks celery, trimmed and roughly chopped, leaves reserved for garnish
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
Torn fresh dill or parsley leaves
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place the cashews in a blender along with a pinch sea salt. Pour the boiling water on top. Cover and let sit to allow the cashews to soften while you make the soup.
  • Combine the broccoli, fennel, celery, 2 tablespoons oil, 1 teaspoon sea salt and 3 cups water in a pot and cover loosely with a lid, leaving a small opening so steam can escape (this helps the soup keep its bright-green color). Bring to a boil over high, then steam vegetables over medium until they are tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from the heat.
  • Purée the cashews and water until completely smooth and frothy (the cashew cream should be the consistency of very loose whipped cream). Add additional water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if desired to thin the mixture. Spoon the cashew cream into a bowl.
  • Working in batches if necessary, transfer the steamed vegetables and their cooking liquid to the blender and purée on high until completely smooth and frothy. Taste, and add more salt as needed. Divide the soup among bowls and top with cashew cream, celery leaves, dill, pepper and a drizzle of olive oil. Serve warm.

Arafatzaman Rahe
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This soup is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. The cashew cream adds a creamy richness that perfectly complements the roasted broccoli. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Noble John
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This soup was a hit with my family. The kids loved the creamy texture and the adults loved the roasted broccoli flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Marcus Ug
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This soup is amazing! The flavors are so rich and creamy. I especially love the roasted broccoli. It adds a nice depth of flavor to the soup. I will definitely be making this again.


TaLeah LleweLlyn
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This soup was so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. The cashew cream adds a creamy richness that perfectly complements the roasted broccoli. I will definitely be making this again and again.


attaullah Magsi
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it! The cashew cream was a great addition and really made the soup creamy and rich. I will definitely be making this again.


Tomand Jerry
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This soup is delicious! The cashew cream adds a creamy richness that perfectly complements the roasted broccoli. I also love the addition of the nutritional yeast. It gives the soup a cheesy flavor without any dairy. I will definitely be making this


Vanessa Thomas
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This soup was a hit with my family. The kids loved the creamy texture and the adults loved the roasted broccoli flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


marlene cozad
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This was a great recipe! The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the roasted broccoli added a nice crunch. I would definitely make this again.


Kakon Kamrun
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This soup is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. The cashew cream adds a creamy richness that perfectly complements the roasted broccoli. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Irfan Baloch313
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I wasn't sure what to expect from this soup, but I was pleasantly surprised. The cashew cream really makes it special. It's a great way to use up leftover broccoli and it's also really healthy. I will definitely be making this again.


Sk Nayeem Khan 50
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This is a great soup for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the cashew cream adds a nice touch of richness. I also added a few chopped carrots and celery for extra flavor. My family loved it!


asif hayat
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This soup was a hit with my family. The kids loved the creamy texture and the adults loved the roasted broccoli flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Nasiru Abdulai
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I was skeptical about making a broccoli soup, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It was so easy to make and the flavor was incredible. The cashew cream was a great addition and really made the soup creamy and rich. I will definitely be making this


Jalloh Abubakarr
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This soup is amazing! The flavors are so rich and creamy. I especially love the roasted broccoli. It adds a nice depth of flavor to the soup. I will definitely be making this again.


Joy Mays
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This was a delicious and easy soup to make. I used almond milk instead of cashew milk and it turned out great. I also added a bit of cayenne pepper for a little spice. My husband and I really enjoyed it.


racheal odunsoya
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I love broccoli soup, and this recipe is one of the best I've tried. The cashew cream really makes it special. I will definitely be making this again and again.


yoshmen ash
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This was a great way to use up some leftover broccoli. I also added a few chopped carrots and celery for extra flavor. The soup was a hit with my family and I will definitely be making it again.


discontinuing
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I am not a vegan, but I really enjoyed this soup. It was flavorful and hearty, and the cashew cream was a nice surprise. I would definitely recommend it to anyone, regardless of their dietary preferences.


Kumar Yonjan
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This soup was absolutely delicious! The cashew cream added a creamy richness that perfectly complemented the roasted broccoli. My family loved it and we will definitely be adding this to our regular dinner rotation.