Best 5 Vegan Cream Of Broccoli Soup With Barley Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable Vegan Cream of Broccoli Soup with Barley, a symphony of flavors that nourishes both body and soul. This creamy, comforting soup is a celebration of fresh broccoli florets and tender barley, enveloped in a velvety cashew cream sauce. Enhanced with aromatic herbs and subtle spices, each spoonful promises a harmonious blend of textures and flavors. Explore variations of this classic soup, including a Low-Fat Vegan Cream of Broccoli Soup recipe that caters to health-conscious individuals, and a hearty Vegan Broccoli Cheddar Soup recipe that tantalizes taste buds with its rich, cheesy flavor.

**Recipes Included:**

* Vegan Cream of Broccoli Soup with Barley: The star of the show, this recipe combines broccoli, barley, and a cashew cream sauce for a creamy, satisfying soup.
* Low-Fat Vegan Cream of Broccoli Soup: A lighter version of the classic, this soup swaps out heavy cream for low-fat coconut milk, resulting in a guilt-free indulgence.
* Vegan Broccoli Cheddar Soup: A flavorful twist on the traditional broccoli cheddar soup, this recipe uses a cashew-based cheese sauce to create a vegan version that's just as creamy and cheesy.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CREAMY VEGAN BROCCOLI SOUP



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This Creamy Vegan Broccoli soup is easy, hearty and healthy. Top this delicious soup with browned broccoli "croutons" and a sprinkle of vegan cheese shreds.

Provided by Brittany Mueller

Categories     Soup

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/4 cup (60 ml) vegan butter or olive oil
5 cups (360 grams) broccoli, chopped (approx. 2 heads)
2/3 cup (100 grams) chopped carrots (approx. 2 carrots)
2/3 cup (100 grams) chopped celery (approx. 2 ribs)
2/3 cups (100 grams) chopped onion, (approx. 1 onion)
2 cloves garlic, minced
6 tbsp (65 grams) flour
4 cups (1000 ml) vegetable broth
2 cups (500 ml) original or unsweetened non-dairy milk (I recommend original cashew)
3/4 cup (185 ml) full-fat canned coconut milk (or sub with more non-dairy milk)
1/4 cup (20 grams) nutritional yeast flakes (or sub with vegan cheese shreds)
1 tsp (5 ml) white wine vinegar or lemon juice
1/2 tsp (2.5 ml) salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
1 cup (70 grams) broccoli florets
1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil
Salt, to taste

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, heat vegan butter or olive oil over medium heat. Add the broccoli, carrot, celery, onion, and garlic. Sauté until onion is translucent and just tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Sprinkle vegetables with flour. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring often.
  • Gradually add vegetable broth and non-dairy milk, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Add the coconut milk and nutritional yeast. Simmer soup over medium-low heat for 10-15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  • Blend the soup to your liking. I recommend puréeing ½ to ⅔ of the soup smooth.
  • If desired, adjust consistency with vegetable broth or non-dairy milk. Stir in white wine vinegar. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, vinegar, (and if desired, sugar if using unsweetened non-dairy milk - refer to recipe notes).
  • In a separate saucepan or skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add the broccoli florets and sprinkle with salt. Sauté until just nearly tender. Turn the heat up to high and continue to cook, stirring sporadically, until the broccoli has a nice brown/black edge on at least 1 side. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Ladle soup into bowls. Drizzle with a little bit of olive oil, top with browned broccoli florets, vegan cheese shreds (optional), and cracked black pepper. Serve with crackers, bread, sandwich or salad. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 168 calories, Sugar 4.4 g, Sodium 454.9 mg, Fat 9.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 17.5 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 4.4 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

VEGAN CREAM OF BROCCOLI SOUP



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We achieved ultimate creaminess without the cream by adding a Yukon gold potato to this low-fat, heart-healthy soup. The nutritional yeast, with its satisfying nuttiness, does a great job standing in for cheese; look for it in health and specialty foods stores.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup chopped onion (from about 1/2 medium onion)
Kosher salt
1/2 cup chopped celery (from about 1 medium stalk)
1 clove garlic, smashed
Freshly ground black pepper
2 medium Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and diced (about 3/4 pound)
4 cups broccoli florets
1/2 cup unsweetened soy milk
1/4 cup nutritional yeast
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onions and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook until light brown, about 7 minutes. Add the celery, garlic and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and cook for 5 minutes. Add the potatoes, 4 cups water and 1/2 teaspoon salt, raise the heat to high and bring to a boil. Return the heat to medium, cover and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. Add the broccoli, cover and cook until the broccoli is bright green, about 5 minutes.
  • Transfer the soup to a blender; add the soy milk and puree until smooth, leaving the filler cap slightly open to let steam escape (or puree the soup in the pot with an immersion blender). Return the soup to the saucepan and bring to a simmer; stir in the nutritional yeast and nutmeg. Add water if needed to adjust consistency and add salt and pepper to taste.

VEGAN CREAM OF BROCCOLI SOUP



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Pureed potatoes help give this vegan cream of broccoli soup a silky texture without the cream! This is a fantastic trick to make dairy-free soups super creamy. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 medium onions, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
2 tablespoons canola oil
4 cups plus 1/2 cup vegetable broth
4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 4 cups)
6 cups chopped fresh broccoli (about 3 small heads)
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onions and celery in oil until tender. Add 4 cups broth and potatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are tender., Cool slightly. In a blender, process soup in batches until smooth. Return to pan; add the remaining broth and bring to a boil. Add broccoli, salt and pepper. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 8-10 minutes or until broccoli is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 409mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BARLEY BROCCOLI SOUP



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This original recipe of mine was a winner in a barley soup contest. Barley makes it hearty and nutritious - and it's a good way to use broccoli and asparagus from your garden. I'm a member of Dairy Women of North Dakota and enjoy creating and collecting recipes in which I can use our farm's products. Along with our dairy operation, husband Ronald and I and our two sons grow barley, wheat, corn, alfalfa and soybeans.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups water
3 beef bouillon cubes
1/2 cup medium pearl barley
2 cups fresh or frozen chopped broccoli or asparagus, cooked and drained
4 cups milk
5 slices American cheese
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled, optional

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring water, bouillon and barley to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 50-60 minutes or until barley is tender and nearly all liquid is absorbed. Stir often but do not drain. Add broccoli or asparagus. Stir in milk, cheese, nutmeg and pepper. Add bacon if desired. Heat through, stirring often, until soup is hot and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 620mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality vegetables. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your soup.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables. You want them to be tender but still have a bit of a bite to them.
  • Use a good quality vegetable broth. This will also make a big difference in the flavor of your soup.
  • Season the soup to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
  • Garnish the soup with fresh herbs, croutons, or grated cheese. This will add a pop of flavor and color to your soup.

Conclusion:

Vegan cream of broccoli soup with barley is a delicious, healthy, and satisfying soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover broccoli. This soup is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy vegan soup recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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