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Creamy Broccoli Zucchini Soup (Instant Pot Option)
Our zucchini broccoli soup combines the best of nutrition and taste in a single pot. Quick to prepare in under 30 minutes (or just 10 in an Instant Pot), it's the ideal choice for a wholesome, satisfying meal that leaves you with fantastic leftovers. Dive into the simplicity and richness of flavors that make every bite worth it.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 98 kcal
Course:
Soup , Dinner
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli diced
- 2 medium zucchini diced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup dairy-free milk
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- ¼ cup nutritional yeast *
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon ginger powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Instant pot: Set your instant pot to the sauté function. Then heat up the olive oilStovetop: Start by heating the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion to the pot and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Then, add the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and ginger and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the broccoli florets, diced zucchini, and vegetable broth. Pour in your choice of milk and season with salt.
- For Instant Pot: Secure the lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on manual high pressure for 10 minutes. Quick release the pressure once done.For Stovetop: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Add half your soup to a blender and blend until creamy. Then pour back into the pot. Alternatively, use an immersion blender to blend the soup directly in the pot until you reach your desired consistency.
- Stir in the lemon juice and nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
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Notes
- Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor without the use of dairy or non-dairy cheese. It is also high in B12 and has an extra umami flavor. We recommend adding it in even if you are not on a dairy-free diet.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
98kcal
(5%)
Carbohydrates
13g
(4%)
Protein
5g
(10%)
Fat
4g
(6%)
Sodium
1060mg
(44%)
Potassium
502mg
(14%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
1000IU
(20%)
Vitamin B12
0.4µg
Vitamin C
72mg
(80%)
Calcium
113mg
(11%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Zinc
1mg
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 98
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 98kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Sodium | 1060mg | 44% |
| Potassium | 502mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 1000IU | 20% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.4µg | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 72mg | 80% |
| Calcium | 113mg | 11% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
| Zinc | 1mg |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.